ef academy brochure 2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

THE RIGHT CHOICE

03 OUR MISSION

04 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

06 AN ORGANIZATION YOU CAN TRUST

10 THE WORLD’S MOST INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

14 OUR HIGHLY PERSONAL APPROACH

16 24-HOUR SAFETY AND SUPPORT

18 TOP ACADEMIC RESULTS

20 GUARANTEED UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT

22 HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY STUDENTS AND PARENTS

24 STUDENT SUCCESS STORIES

THE EF ACADEMY DIFFERENCE

28 OUR EXCLUSIVE GLOBAL CURRICULUM

32 GLOBAL CAMPUS ROTATION

34 WORLD-CLASS INTERNATIONAL TEACHING FACULTY

36 EF FACULTY: OUR TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

38 MULTICULTURAL STUDENT LIFE ON CAMPUS

40 EF STUDENTS: IN THEIR OWN WORDS

CAMPUS LOCATIONS

46 TORBAY

50 OXFORD

54 NEW YORK

58 CALIFORNIA

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

62 PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

64 IGCSE PROGRAM

66 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA

68 A-LEVEL PROGRAM

70 HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

71 HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATION

72 SPECIALIZED STUDY PROGRAMS

74 OTHER PROGRAMS

NEXT STEPS

78 FEES & DATES

79 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

80 HOW TO APPLY

81 APPLICATION

82 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

83 TAKE THE NEXT STEP

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YOUR FUTURE IS INTERNATIONAL

EF ACADEMY IS THE ONLY PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL

WITH THE GLOBAL CURRICULUM, FACULTY, AND

STUDENT BODY TO PREPARE YOU FOR TOMORROW’S

WORLD. WE HELP YOU TAKE THE NEXT STEP.

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GETTING INTO THE BEST SCHOOLS IS AN EXTREMELY COMPETITIVE PROCESS. INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCES REALLY MAKE YOUR APPLICATION STAND OUT.

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WELCOME TO EF ACADEMYSECURE YOUR PL ACE IN TOMORROW ’S INTERNATIONAL WORLD

FAR MORE THAN A BOARDING SCHOOL

EF Academy is everything you might expect from a world-

class boarding school first-rate learning environment,

modern facilities, gifted teachers, and a highly personal-

ized approach to each student’s academic development.

But what sets us truly apart is our educational philosophy.

We are deeply committed to preparing you for tomorrow’s

international world. Why does this matter?

DIVERSITY IS PROVEN TO ENHANCE LEARNING

EF Academy students hail from 75 countries. Not only does

studying in our global classroom promote academic excel-

lence, it develops superior social skills, and helps you begin

building a network of friends and contacts that spans the

entire world.

UNIVERSITIES LOOK FOR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Getting into the best schools is an extremely competitive

process. Language skills, international travel, and intern-

ships abroad really make your application stand out with

university admissions officers. Our global curriculum offers

you the chance to experience all of these.

AN INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION ENSURES A GLOBAL CAREER

EF Academy’s global curriculum grooms you for life beyond

university. We lay the foundation for leadership roles in mul-

tinational organizations, whether that’s at home or abroad.

EF Academy’s unique global approach influences every

aspect of your education with us: where you study, how you

study, what you study — and with whom. You don’t just learn

about multiculturalism in a single class at EF Academy. You

live it each and every day.

A world of opportunity awaits. I encourage you to contact

your local EF Academy Admissions Office to find out more

about our life-changing programs.

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EDUCATION FIRST: IT’S IN OUR NAME

EF Academy is part of EF Education First, a pioneer in global

education since 1965. EF’s mission has always been to open

the world through language, academics, and cultural ex-

perience with innovative ways to learn. EF Academy takes

this educational mission one step further by teaching high

school students to become global citizens.

EXPERIENCE: 50 YEARS OF SUCCESS

Since 1965, EF has helped over 15 million satisfied clients

travel the world, learn a language, engage in cultural ex-

change, and further their education abroad. Today we’re

one of the world’s largest and most respected educational

organizations.

INNOVATION: EF’S RESEARCH NETWORK

EF is committed to improving how the world learns. We

have established groundbreaking research collaborations at

Cambridge University, Peking University, and Harvard Grad-

uate School of Education. We have developed innovative

youth programs with the United Nations Alliance of Civiliza-

tions. And we have proudly served as the official language

training supplier for numerous Summer Olympic Games.

QUALITY: FULLY ACCREDITED AND APPROVED

Our first-rate facilities, highly professional teaching staff,

and innovative global curriculum have earned us the re-

spect of the world’s most prestigious accrediting organi-

zations and monitoring bodies. You will find their endorse-

ments on the back cover of this brochure.

SAFETY: 24-HOUR SECURITY NETWORK

The well-being of every single student is our top priority. All

of our schools, study centers and residential campuses are

monitored by trained security staff. Our 24-hour security

network allows us to maintain control over every aspect of

our operations — around the world and around the clock.

That means support and guidance in your native language

is only a local phone call away.

AN ORGANIZ ATION YOU CAN TRUST

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“WE BELIEVE IN EVERY INDIVIDUAL STUDENT’S ABILITY TO SUCCEED. IT’S THE MOST POWERFUL THING WE DO IN OUR SCHOOLS.”MARK SEMAN

President, EF Academy

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WHY WE ARE THE WORLD’S MOST INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

A TRULY GLOBAL EDUCATION: THE INTERNATIONALISM OF AN EF ACADEMY CAMPUS IS TRULY

UNPARALLELED. NO OTHER HIGH SCHOOL OFFERS SUCH A DIVERSE STUDENT BODY, INTER-

NATIONAL FACULTY, GLOBAL CURRICULUM, OR CHOICE OF CAMPUS LOCATIONS.

CAMPUSES IN THE USA & UK

At EF Academy you have your choice of campus locations.

Study in New York or California in the USA, or in Oxford or

Torbay in the UK. Wherever you go, count on modern facili-

ties with a distinctly local flair and a rich international study

environment. You can even rotate between campuses for a

more global perspective.

Learn more: pp. 44–59

CLASSMATES FROM 75 COUNTRIES

Join a student body that hails from every corner of the

globe. Not only will you learn alongside native-speakers of

English, but you will gain a global perspective from fellow

classmates from 75 countries. It’s like studying at a mini-

UN. Best of all, you will return home with a social network of

friends that knows no borders.

WORLD-CLASS INTERNATIONAL FACULTY

Our teachers are highly qualified. Nearly 90% have

post-graduate qualifications. They also bring a global per-

spective to the classroom. Most have lived or taught abroad

themselves, and can share their own insights into the histo-

ry, politics and traditions of 50 countries. They also under-

stand the challenges you face navigating a new culture, and

know how to support you through it.


THE EF GLOBAL CURRICULUM

We’ve built a set of core “global competencies” into all of

our academic programs so that, whatever your ultimate

learning goal might be, you will become a better global

citizen. You will have many opportunities to become multi-

lingual, travel to other countries, engage in meaningful cul-

tural exchanges, and gain real-world work experience.


GLOBAL CAMPUS ROTATION

Exclusive to EF Academy is the ability to experience life in

more than one city during your high school education. Our

new global campus rotation scheme allows you to switch

campuses — within the same country or abroad — for a year

or semester, or during special school-break programs.


MULTICULTURAL STUDENT LIFE

Your EF Academy experience includes far more than lessons

and homework. You also join a vibrant international student

community and participate with new friends in an exciting

weekly calendar of extracurricular and social activities:

international sports tournaments, special interest clubs,

student government, community service, and campus-wide

special events.


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CLASSMATES FROM 75 COUNTRIES

4 CAMPUSES IN THE UK & USA

WORLD-CLASS INTERNATIONAL FACULTY

45 LANGUAGES SPOKEN ON CAMPUS

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Our diverse student body, international faculty, and multicultural

student life all contribute to a more global perspective.

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Students “learn it by living it” and use the academic

knowledge they acquire in class in real-life situations.

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EXPERT ADVICE SELECTING A PROGRAM

Well before you leave home, local admissions advisors are on-

hand to assist you and your parents in identifying the right

academic program to meet your educational goals. They can

also help you choose the perfect EF Academy campus for

your needs, since they have visited every campus personally,

and are completely familiar with the staff and facilities.

HELP WITH ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

If you aren’t yet proficient enough in English to study

abroad, EF offers a range of intensive course options, either

at home or abroad, that guarantee results. Ask your local

admissions advisor for more information.

THOROUGH PRE-DEPARTURE PREPARATION

As soon as you have enrolled, we begin preparing you — as

well as your parents — for the experience ahead. We can

assist you with passport and visa applications, book your

international flights, and offer comprehensive travel in-

surance. We can even meet you at your arrival airport and

escort you to school.

A PERSONALIZED LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Throughout your studies at EF Academy, we insist on a max-

imum student-to-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. This allows our fac-

ulty to guide and support you as an individual, as well as

focus on your unique goals, strengths and potential.

ACADEMIC GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

A guidance counselor meets with you regularly — either

one-on-one or in a group setting — to monitor your aca-

demic progress. Together you discuss which subjects need

focus or improvement, and how to adjust your study plans

or homework routines to enhance your grades. Construc-

tive feedback and progress reports are a regular part of

academic life.

PERSONAL ADVISOR

We also look after your personal well-being. From day one,

you are paired with an experienced personal advisor. Weekly

meetings ensure you are adjusting to life abroad, thriving in

the campus environment, and feeling at home in your dor-

mitory or host family.

UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT COUNSELING

University placement advisors work one-on-one with you to

develop a comprehensive application strategy. Academical-

ly, we help you to score well on exams such as the TOEFL

or SAT, and prepare you for entrance criteria such as the

A-Levels or IB Diploma. We coach you step-by-step through

the university application, interview, and enrollment process.

STRONG ALUMNI NETWORK

Beyond EF Academy, our Alumni Association ensures you

stay connected to your invaluable network of global peers

and lifelong friends. EF Academy alumni actively support

one another in the years ahead with internship recommen-

dations, networking connections, and job referrals.

WE EMPOWER OUR STUDENTS TO EXCEL. WE BELIEVE IN EVERY STUDENT’S ABILITY TO SUCCEED.

WE ENCOURAGE THEM TO DO SO THROUGH QUALITY ONE-ON-ONE RELATIONSHIPS WITH

TEACHERS, COUNSELORS AND MENTORS ALIKE. WE HELP OUR STUDENTS TO DISCOVER THEIR OWN

TALENTS AND STRENGTHS, AND HARNESS THESE TO A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES.

OUR HIGHLY PERSONAL APPROACH

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“I SUPPORT STUDENTS ACADEMICALLY AND PASTORALLY DURING THEIR STAY. I MEET WITH THEM REGULARLY TO HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS AND ADDRESS ANY WORRIES THEY MAY HAVE. I ALSO KEEP IN CONTACT WITH THEIR PARENTS AND UPDATE THEM REGULARLY.”TANIA KHAN, GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

EF Academy Oxford

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EF EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. SUPPORT IS AT THE HEART OF THE EF ACADEMY EXPERIENCE —

WHETHER THAT’S PREPARING YOU TO STUDY ABROAD, LOOKING AFTER YOU WHILE YOU’RE ON

CAMPUS, OR HELPING YOU TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARD SUCCESS. WE ARE ALWAYS ON-HAND TO

OFFER ACADEMIC ADVICE AND PASTORAL CARE. SAFETY IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.

24-HOUR SAFET Y AND SUPPORT

YOUR LOCAL LIAISON

We make it easy for parents to keep in close contact with

their children studying at EF Academy. Your local admissions

advisor continues to serve as a liaison between your parents

and the school, so that they always have a personal contact

who can update them — in local language, if need be — about

your progress and well-being.

OUR GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK

EF maintains its own 24-hour global communications net-

work to keep parents informed about the progress and

well-being of their students. Should the need arise, your

local admissions advisor is able to communicate fluently in

English with campus officials abroad 24 hours a day.

EF FACULTY & STAFF SCREENING

All school staff, teaching faculty, dormitory parents and

host families are carefully screened and interviewed for

suitability. Many have also enjoyed working with interna-

tional students year after year.

24-HOUR CAMPUS SAFETY

All our campuses are secure and monitored around-

the-clock by trained staff. In New York and California, we

maintain acres of private grounds in affluent residential

communities well outside the city center. In Torbay, students

are supported by a quiet seaside community. In Oxford, our

historic mansion is a safe 10-minute walk from downtown.

CAMPUS-WIDE ADVICE & SUPPORT

Regardless of which campus you choose, you can always

turn to any member of EF Academy’s staff at any time of

day or night for advice, guidance, support, and comfort —

whether that’s a teacher, personal advisor, academic coun-

selor, sports coach, or dormitory or host parent.

SUPPORTIVE DORMITORY PARENTS

If you live on campus, your dormitory parents live right on-

site and share daily life with you and your fellow students.

You can always ask for support, whether that’s help with

homework or a friendly ear at the end of the day.

WELCOMING HOST FAMILIES

If you live in a local host family, you will enjoy the support-

ive environment of a typical home, where you will also gain

firsthand insight into daily life in the surrounding commu-

nity. The majority of our host families have long-standing

relationships with our school.

PARENT CONCIERGE SERVICE

EF Academy maintains a Parent Concierge Service with staff

who can help you plan a visit to EF Academy, book flights,

apply for any necessary visas, and organize short-term

accommodation on or near campus. We can meet you at the

school, show you around campus, and arrange for you to at-

tend sample classes. We understand that sending your child

abroad is a big emotional commitment and we are here to

support that decision.

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“OUR DORMITORIES ARE ALWAYS ALIVE WITH STUDENTS AND HOUSE PARENTS ENGAGED IN BAKING COOKIES, WATCHING MOVIES, AND DISCUSSING NEWS OF THE WORLD.”LAUREN M. RAIA, DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LIFE

EF Academy New York

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EF STUDENTS ACHIEVE. THE WORLD’S BEST UNIVERSITIES ACCEPT MORE STUDENTS FROM

RENOWNED PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOLS — LIKE EF ACADEMY — BECAUSE THEY ARE CONFIDENT WITH

THE QUALITY OF EDUCATION THOSE STUDENTS RECEIVE. EF ACADEMY STUDENTS ACHIEVE CONSIS-

TENTLY HIGH RESULTS ON THE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY AND SCHOLASTIC APTITUDE TESTS MOST

VALUED BY UNIVERSITY ENROLLMENT OFFICERS.

INDIVIDUALIZED STUDY PLANS

We believe in the potential of every student to succeed.

We also know that no two students are alike. In subjects

where students are academically strong, they require accel-

erated challenges to keep them motivated. In areas where

they are underperforming, they may require additional

study skills or stricter routines. We work with you one-on-

one to assess exactly what you need, and then devise a de-

tailed study plan that will bring out your very best.

RESULTS-ORIENTED ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

We offer proven academic programs that cater to a range

of learning goals. Younger students can prepare to sit the

International GCSE exam. Students who plan to attend uni-

versity in the USA or UK can prepare for the International

Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Those students who are partic-

ularly interested in a degree program in the UK should also

consider preparing for the A-Levels. There’s also the option

of earning a US high school diploma. The choice is always

up to you.


MODERN FACILITIES

Superior academic programs begin with superior educa-

tional facilities. We take great care to ensure the learning

environment at every EF Academy campus is first-rate. All

campuses offer multimedia classrooms and updated sci-

ence laboratories, as well as stylish cafeterias and student

lounges. Depending on the location you choose, you may also

benefit from state-of-the-art ballet, dance, and yoga studios,

art rooms, theaters, playing fields, and a range of other lei-

sure amenities.

THE LATEST LEARNING TECHNOLOGY

We are constantly developing new technology to further

internationalize your educational experience. All of our

campuses offer 24-hour WiFi access to online learning apps

and language lessons. Our classrooms also feature video

conferencing so that you can attend select classes in histo-

ry, politics, art, and culture — wherever they are taking place

in the EF world.

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A-LEVEL

27% SCORE A/A* ON A-LEVEL EXAM

EF students are so well prepared to take the A-Level exams that

nearly 30% score A/A*.

TOEFL

75% SCORE 100 POINTS OR MORE ON TOEFL IBT EXAM RESULTSEF students exceed the English proficiency requirements of most

US universities, scoring well on the Test of English as a Foreign

Language (TOEFL).

SAT

10 EF ACADEMY STUDENTS SCORED 2000 POINTS OR MORE ON THEIR SAT EXAM IN 2013

EF students score 100 points above the national average on the

Math section of the Standard Aptitude Test (SAT), the standardized

test for college admission.

IB

30% SCORE 35+ ON IB EXAM (WORLD AVERAGE = 31)

EF’s International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum ensures results.

EF students routinely score significantly higher on the IB exam

compared with the world average.

IELTS

85% SCORE 6.5 OR BETTER ON IELTS EXAM RESULTS

EF students leave our program more fluent in English. They

consistently score well on the International English Language

Testing Service (IELTS) exam.

IB SCORE OF 44:

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EF STUDENTS PROGRESS TO TOP-RANKED UNIVERSITIES. WITH A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY DE-

GREE, YOUR CAREER OPTIONS ARE TRULY LIMITLESS. THANKS TO THE QUALITY OF OUR UNIVERSI-

TY PREPARATION, EF ACADEMY STUDENTS ENJOY A 100% ACCEPTANCE RATE TO UNDERGRADUATE

DEGREE PROGRAMS, AND MOST ARE ACCEPTED TO THEIR FIRST-CHOICE SCHOOL.

GUARANTEED UNIVERSIT Y PL ACEMENT

A TRUE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

EF Academy takes a traditional “prep school” approach

when it comes to preparing our students for university

study. You begin planning for successful placement at a

top-ranked university as soon as you arrive on campus. We

build into every academic program all the credentials and

skills you will need to apply to virtually any university in the

English-speaking world. Alternatively, you can return home

with an academic portfolio that will truly distinguish you

from candidates applying to top universities.

DEDICATED PLACEMENT ADVISORS

Each student is immediately assigned a full-time university

placement advisor. Together you chart a detailed path to

acceptance at your first-choice school. You then meet regu-

larly with your advisor to ensure you are on track with both

your academic goals and the application process. This may

include researching schools, preparing for entrance exams,

taking mock tests, or making university visits.

PREFERRED ADMISSIONS CONSIDERATION

We maintain close partnerships with universities worldwide

who grant our students preferred consideration in the ad-

missions process. In keeping with our commitment to pre-

paring you for a global future, we are particularly pleased to

offer EF Academy students a fast-track application process

to a Bachelor degree program at Hult International Business

School.

See pp. 74

PREPARATION FOR SPECIALIZED DEGREES

We can even help those students who are interested in spe-

cific professional degree programs such as Medicine, Den-

tistry, Law, and Engineering, and Global Business, as well

as degree programs in the visual and performing arts. We

provide expert guidance to ensure you are fully prepared to

meet the extremely challenging admissions criteria of these

fields — including organizing an internship to meet work ex-

perience requirements.

See pp. 72

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ACCEPTANCE

100% ACCEPTANCE RATE TO A UNIVERSITY DEGREE PROGRAMEF students who successfully complete any of our university

preparation programs is guaranteed acceptance to a university

abroad.

PLACEMENT

32% ACCEPTANCE RATE TO TOP 25 UNIVERSITIES IN THE USA AND UKAt EF, we give you all the credentials and skills you need to apply to —

and be accepted by — virtually any university in the english-speaking

world.

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“AS SOON AS WE VISITED THE CAMPUS, MY MOM FELT SO COMFORTABLE WITH OUR DECISION TO ATTEND EF ACADEMY. THE HOUSE PARENT WELCOMED US, AND LET HER KNOW SHE’D BE TAKING CARE OF ME. AND IF MY MOM IS EVER WORRIED ABOUT ME, SHE JUST CONTACTS THE EF OFFICE IN THAILAND, AND THEY CONTACT MY GUIDANCE COUNSELOR DIRECTLY. IT BRINGS HER GREAT PEACE OF MIND KNOWING I’M ALWAYS CARED FOR.”NANNPOT VORAYOTSRI, THAILAND

Student, EF Academy New York

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY STUDENTS AND PARENTS

“STUDYING AT EF ACADEMY MADE ME REALIZE THAT MY FUTURE DEPENDS ON ME. IT’S MY RESPONSIBILITY TO STUDY HARD, TO GET INTO UNIVERSITY. AT THE SAME TIME, THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE HERE WHO ARE HELPING ME TO DO THAT.”SOFIA SANBORN FRANCO, SPAIN

Student, EF Academy Oxford

QUALITY YOU CAN COUNT ON. THE VAST MAJORITY OF OUR FORMER STUDENTS ARE THRILLED

WITH THEIR EF ACADEMY EXPERIENCE AND THE SUCCESS THEIR EDUCATION WITH US HAS

BROUGHT THEM. BOTH STUDENTS AND PARENTS ALIKE FEEL CONFIDENT IN RECOMMENDING

US TO FELLOW STUDENTS, FRIENDS, AND COLLEAGUES.

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SUPPORT

95% SATISFACTION RATE WITH STAFF SUPPORT AND ACADEMIC GUIDANCE

EF Academy students strongly feel they are supported every step of

the way by faculty and staff while they are studying abroad.

ACADEMIC ADVICE

95% SATISFACTION RATE WITH THE ADVICE RECEIVED BY ACADEMIC COUNSELORSEF Academy students are very happy with the direction they are

given on how to capitalize on strengths and improve on weaknesses.

TUITION

95% SATISFACTION RATE WITH TEACHERS AND QUALITY OF INSTRUCTION

EF Academy students are very satisfied with the experience and

knowledge of their instructors in the classroom.

COUNSELING

94% SATISFACTION RATE WITH UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT ADVICEEF Academy students trust their guidance counselors to advise

them on how best to select and apply to universities.

SATISFACTION RATE

Satisfaction rates based on student survey 2013

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MIMMI LINDQUIST

ACCEPTED TO UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA BERKELEY

CHIDERA EGBUJAR

ACCEPTED TO UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE

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ACCEPTED TO OXFORD UNIVERSITY

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STUDENT SUCCESSESMEET OUR MOST SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS, HEAR THEIR STORIES

“THE TEACHERS AT EF ACADEMY TAKE A PERSONAL INTEREST IN YOUR GOALS, AND THEY CONSTANTLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO TURN THEM INTO REALITY. THEY HELPED ME ARRANGE AN INTERNSHIP, GET INVOLVED IN STUDENT GOVERNMENT, AND TAKE ON OTHER LEADERSHIP ROLES THAT SET ME APART IN THE U.S. UNIVERSITY ADMISSION PROCESS.”MIMMI LINDQUIST, SWEDEN

Student, EF Academy New York. Accepted to University of California Berkeley, USA

“MY TEACHERS AT EF ACADEMY WERE CRITICAL IN HELPING ME PREPARE FOR MY INTERVIEW AT CAMBRIDGE. THEY HELD MOCK INTERVIEWS AND DEBATES, HELPED ME WORK THROUGH INTERVIEW QUESTIONS, AND TOOK EXTRA TIME TO MAKE SURE I WOULD BE SUCCESSFUL.”CHIDERA EGBUJAR, NIGERIA

Student, EF Academy Torbay. Accepted to University of Cambridge, UK

“WITH THE HELP OF EF ACADEMY STAFF, I WAS ABLE TO ACE MY A-LEVELS WITH DISTINCTION. THEIR PERSONAL ATTENTION AND COMMITMENT TO HELPING ME MASTER EVEN THE MOST DIFFICULT CONCEPTS ARE WHAT HELPED SET ME APART FROM OTHER UNIVERSITY CANDIDATES AND GAIN ADMISSION TO ONE OF THE TOP UNIVERSITIES IN THE ENTIRE WORLD.”RENEE ZHANG, CHINA

Student, EF Academy Torbay. Accepted to Oxford University, UK

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THE EF ACADEMY DIFFERENCE

OUR UNIQUE APPROACH TO HIGH SCHOOL

EDUCATION OFFERS AN INTERNATIONAL MIX OF

TEACHERS AND STUDENTS, AN EXCLUSIVE GLOBAL

CURRICULUM, AND A RICHLY DIVERSE CAMPUS

LIFE. THESE ALL COMBINE TO ENSURE THAT YOUR

UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS STAND OUT WITH THE

WORLD’S TOP SCHOOLS.

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CHAPTER 2

EF ACADEMY

MULTILINGUALISM

MASTERY OF ENGLISH

It is important for all our students to achieve documented

fluency in the English language. Preparation for an official

proficiency credential is an integral part of every program,

whether that’s the Cambridge, IELTS or TOEFL exam.

MATERNAL LANGUAGE STUDIES

It’s important for our IB students to keep up with the lan-

guage of their home country. So in addition to British and

American literature, we offer courses in French, Spanish, or

Chinese as part of the IB curriculum.

THIRD LANGUAGE COMPETENCY

We strongly encourage our students, especially those en-

rolled in our IB Diploma program, to study a third language.

Any student can also take French, Spanish, and Mandarin

classes, if there is sufficient demand. There are also a num-

ber of student-organized conversational language clubs on

each campus. You can even opt to study any of seven lan-

guages during school breaks at EF International Language

Centers in 16 countries.

REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE

INTERNATIONAL “ACTION PROJECT”

We encourage students to activate their studies with an

extracurricular project that has international scope. In past

years, students have competed in the Hult Prize, a compe-

tition that encourages ideas for world-changing social en-

terprises. Students have also competed in the Duke of Edin-

burgh Award, as well as in a number of national Science and

Mathematics fairs.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Immersion in the local community is a critical component to

achieving cultural fluency. Through volunteerism, students

form profound relationships in their host communities —

whether that’s making presentations on your own culture,

fundraising for the disadvantaged, or mentoring local youth.

SKILLS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY. AS AN IB WORLD SCHOOL, EF ACADEMY TRULY EMBODIES THE

EDUCATIONAL IDEALS OF INTERNATIONALISM AND GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE. WE OFFER A RANGE OF

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES SO THAT ALL OF OUR STUDENTS, REGARDLESS OF THE ACADEMIC

PROGRAM THEY CHOOSE, ARE ABLE TO MASTER A KEY SET OF “GLOBAL COMPETENCIES” IN MULTI-

LINGUALISM, LEADERSHIP AND TRAVEL.

OUR EXCLUSIVE GLOBAL CURRICULUM

SUMMER WORK INTERNSHIPS

You can even return home from your EF Academy studies

with job or volunteer experience with a local company or

non-profit organization. During summer vacation, you can

also apply to intern in the international work environment

of an EF office in your home country — or around the world.

SHORT-TERM CAMPUS EXCHANGES

At select times during the school year, your class may even

organize campus exchange, where you swap places with a

similar class in another EF Academy campus for one or two

weeks of travel, study and cultural exchange — without miss-

ing a beat in your academic program.

EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL

GLOBAL STUDENT LEADERS SUMMIT

EF student groups have had the opportunity to travel to

Shanghai, Switzerland, and Costa Rica to participate in the

annual Global Student Leaders Summit, a world youth con-

ference that discusses critical issues currently facing the

planet like hunger, education or the environment.

EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL & SERVICE TOURS

Dozens of students make the world their classroom with

teacher-led tours abroad during their school breaks. These

trips offer incredible opportunities to learn about ancient

history, art appreciation, world politics, or ecological con-

servation on-site. Student can also help the world’s disad-

vantaged with humanitarian service tours to such places as

the Dominican Republic and Ghana.

UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE VISITS

Students preparing for university are able to attend guided

tours of the world’s most prestigious colleges and universi-

ties. We offer regional tours to a country’s top-ranked uni-

versities — Oxford and Cambridge in the UK, for example,

and Harvard and MIT in the USA — as well as international

tours to the UK if you’re studying in the USA, or vice-versa.

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MAKE THE WORLD YOUR CLASSROOM

GAIN REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE

EF ACADEMY029 EF ACADEMY

Our innovative Global Curriculum ensures you stand out as a

multi-lingual world traveler with real-world experience.

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During your stay, you will meet fellow students from 75 countries —

and expand your social network to every corner of the globe.

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EF ACADEMY

BECOME A CITIZEN OF THE WORLD. BROADEN YOUR PERSPECTIVE — AND YOUR NETWORK OF

FRIENDS — BY ROTATING TO ANOTHER EF LOCATION. WE OFFER SEAMLESS ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

THAT ALLOW YOU TO ADVANCE YOUR EDUCATION REGARDLESS OF WHERE YOU CHOOSE TO STUDY.

YOU GAIN THE ADDED BENEFIT OF EXPERIENCING OTHER WORLD-CLASS CITIES AND CULTURES.


CAMPUS ROTATION WITHIN THE SAME COUNTRY

If you’re studying with EF Academy for two or more years,

you may have the opportunity to switch schools within the

same country for a year or semester. That means you can

experience academic life in both New York and California in

the US; or Oxford and Torbay in the UK, without interruption

to your study program.

CAMPUS ROTATION ABROAD

Depending on program choice, you may also have the op-

portunity to switch from the UK to the US (or vice-versa)

between Years 10 and 11. That means you can complete your

IGCSE studies in Torbay, for example, and then begin your IB

Diploma studies in New York.

CALIFORNIA CAMPUSNEW YORK CAMPUS

OXFORD CAMPUS

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CAMPUS COMING SOON

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AT EF OFFICES

LEARN A LANGUAGE DURING YOUR SUMMER BREAK AT ONE OF EF’S LANGUAGE CENTERS

GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIES WITH EF ACADEMY

“WHEN I ARRIVED AT EF, IT WAS EVEN BETTER THAN I EXPECTED. EVERYTHING I READ ABOUT THE SCHOOL WAS TRUE — THE CAMPUS WAS BEAUTIFUL. THE CITY WAS INSPIRING. THE COURSES WERE INTERESTING. BUT THERE WAS SO MUCH MORE. THINGS YOU CAN’T PROMISE IN A BROCHURE — GREAT TEACHERS, AMAZING FRIENDS — I FOUND ALL OF THOSE THINGS, TOO.”MARTINA DIVKOVIC, SWEDEN

Student, EF Academy Oxford

SCHOOL BREAK ROTATIONS

We offer a range of short-term rotation opportunities — both

within a country or abroad — to experience life in another

city or country during school breaks. Prepare intensively for

an English proficiency exam, study a third language, review for

your IB exam, or gain real-world experience with an internship.

UNIVERSITY SUMMER COURSES

Many of our students also attend special academic pro-

grams hosted by area universities during their summer

sessions. These often include science, mathematics or arts

courses for advanced university credit.


ACADEMIC EXPERTS IN THEIR FIELDS

Nearly all of our faculty possess advanced degrees which

makes them true experts in their fields — whether that’s in

the sciences, humanities, arts or languages. All share the

same commitment to helping you succeed in high school,

university, and the world beyond.

A WORLD OF EXPERIENCE

We place great emphasis on finding teachers who are pas-

sionate about preparing students for a multicultural world.

To that end, nearly all of our faculty members have stud-

ied, lived, or taught abroad themselves. Though all speak

English fluently, they boast hands-on experience in multiple

countries and represent a diversity of backgrounds to rival

the students they teach. Our faculty contributes actively to

the multicultural atmosphere of every campus.

HIGHLY INTERACTIVE CLASSES

In contrast to the formal teacher–student relationship of

most traditional educational systems, EF’s instructional

philosophy is highly interactive and participatory. We keep

classes small — the maximum student-teacher ratio is 15:1 —

so that teachers can engage with their students rather than

merely lecture to them. Students are actively encouraged to

ask questions and express opinions. We firmly believe this

fosters the self-confidence students need to succeed in a

globalized world.

COMMITTED TO A GLOBAL CLASSROOM

EF Academy teachers enjoy broadening every lesson to

embrace an international perspective. They actively seek

a variety of viewpoints, and welcome the unique perspec-

tive you will bring to a discussion. In this way, students also

learn from each other about world history, current affairs,

and popular culture. Our teachers also take learning outside

the classroom, holding lessons about business with a visit to

Wall Street or lectures on art at the Tate Gallery in London.

WEEKLY OFFICE HOURS

Faculty make themselves available to students outside of

class during weekly office hours. This allows you the chance

to seek one-on-one help with course material whenever you

need it. It also provides your teachers with the chance to get

to know you better as an individual.

AVAILABLE TO LISTEN

On a more personal note, EF Academy teachers are deeply

committed to helping each student feel at home in their new

surroundings. They know what it’s like to live in a new coun-

try, and they’re readily available to explain cultural differ-

ences, and help you navigate unfamiliar cultural situations.

LEARN FROM GLOBAL EXPERTS. EF ACADEMY TEACHERS WILL INSPIRE YOU WITH THEIR PASSION,

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERTISE AND INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE. NINETY PERCENT OF OUR FACULTY

HOLD MASTER OR PHD DEGREES. THEY SPEAK A COMBINED TOTAL OF 45 LANGUAGES AND HAVE

TAUGHT IN MORE THAN 50 COUNTRIES.

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“HAVING LIVED AND STUDIED OVERSEAS, I CAN TRULY RELATE TO OUR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT POPULATION. I THOROUGHLY ENJOY WORKING IN A SCHOOL WITH AN AMAZING CULTURAL DIVERSITY.”LIA EMANUEL, UNIVERSITY GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

EF Academy New York. MAEd Univ. of Phoenix, BA Univ. of Michigan


Our teaching faculty contribute to the international dialogue

with first-hand experiences of their own in 50 countries.

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“I HAVE TAUGHT AND ADMINISTERED IN SEVERAL COUNTRIES (U.S., BRAZIL, LEBANON AND GUATEMALA) AND CONSIDER MYSELF VERY LUCKY TO HAVE SEEN MANY WAYS OF LIVING. COLLABORATION AND MULTICULTURALISM ARE KEY. MY STUDENTS READ TEXTS, CONSTRUCT OPINIONS, LISTEN TO WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY, AND RESPOND WITH NEW AND BETTER IDEAS.“BILL LIVINGSTON, HEAD ENGLISH TEACHER

EF Academy New York. MA Michigan State University; BA, Middlebury College

“TEACHING IN AN INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SUCH AS EF ACADEMY BOILS DOWN TO TWO THINGS: RELATIONSHIP AND RIGOR. MY GOAL ALWAYS IS TO PUSH STUDENTS TOWARDS BEING GOOD MATHEMATICIANS; AND BY GETTING TO KNOW THEM MORE PERSONALLY, I AM ABLE TO TAILOR MY TEACHING TO FIT THEIR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND LEARNING STYLES.”JOEL KWABI, MATHEMATICS TEACHER

EF Academy New York. MA Columbia University; BS, Haverford College

“SCIENCE CLASSES ARE CARRIED OUT IN PURPOSE-BUILT LABORATORIES BY SUBJECT SPECIALISTS WHO CAN PREPARE OUR LEARNERS FOR A SCIENCE-RELATED CAREER. OUR COURSES ARE ENRICHED BY FIELDWORK AND ECOLOGICAL STUDIES, AND LINK WITH LOCAL UNIVERSITIES.”WENDY DANIELS, HEAD OF SCIENCE

EF Academy Torbay. BSc Hons Biochemistry, Cardiff University; PGCE Biology, Bristol University

EF FACULT Y: OUR TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

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EF ACADEMY

INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE

Our students encounter new cultures and beliefs in every

single classroom exchange. They don’t simply read about a

country’s current events, for example; they discuss its polit-

ical or economic situation in real-time with classmates who

are from the very places being discussed.

ENHANCED CRITICAL THINKING

Classroom diversity is actually proven to help students to

think more critically about the world and their place in it. It

will encourage you to become a self-motivated global citi-

zen of tomorrow’s world.

A GLOBAL SOCIAL NETWORK

The strong friendships that develop among students last

well beyond the classroom. Wherever you travel, study or

work in the world after EF Academy, you will always be able

to connect with a friend. So expect your social network to

go global.

TEAM SPORTS

Every campus offers the chance to compete in team sports

such as soccer, basketball, volleyball and tennis. That may

take the form of international tournaments organized by

our own student body, or school-sponsored teams that

compete against other high schools in the local community.

SOCIAL CLUBS

A great way to share your culture is to join one of the many

student-organized social clubs on campus. Our campuses

offer clubs for Art, Drama, Dance, Music, Photography and

Film. Outdoor adventure enthusiasts can also join clubs for

running, hiking, climbing, skiing and sailing. There are even

academic clubs for improving your language, math, science

skills or debating skills.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Students also take an active role in campus culture. Get

involved in student government. Write for the student

newspaper. Organize the senior prom. Or design the class

yearbook.

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES

Our international outreach extends well beyond the perim-

eters of campus. Past students have actively participated

in esteemed international events such as the Global Young

Leaders conference in New York, the Global Leaders Sum-

mit in Shanghai, and the Hult Prize in New York.

NATIONAL AND REGIONAL COMPETITIONS

We strongly encourage participation in academic compe-

titions. This helps you connect with your host culture and

enhance your college applications. Recent competitions

have included the Duke of Edinburgh Award, UKMT Senior

Math Challenge, Climate Awareness Week, National Merit

Scholarships, Moody’s Math Challenge, and Tri-County Sci-

ence Fair.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERISM

Our students also forge strong relationships with the sur-

rounding communities. Become a big brother or sister for

special needs children. Volunteer in the Penguin House at

the local zoo. Or fundraise for the poor with a bake-a-thon

for the Lion’s Club and Red Cross.

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS. GAINING A WELL-ROUNDED PERSPECTIVE — BOTH IN AND OUT OF THE

CLASSROOM — IS ESSENTIAL TO YOUR SUCCESS AS A WORLD CITIZEN. THAT IS WHY EF ACADEMY

CAMPUS LIFE INCLUDES INTERNATIONAL SPORTING EVENTS, SOCIAL CLUBS, ACADEMIC COMPETI-

TIONS AND CHAPERONED TRIPS. BESIDES, THE BEST WAY TO MAKE FRIENDS IS TO GET INVOLVED.

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Students graduate from EF Academy with in-depth experience

of multiple languages, countries, cultures and customs —

ideal preparation for the future ahead.

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“WHEN I CAME TO ENGLAND, I THOUGHT I WOULD MISS MY WORLD BACK HOME. BUT BEING AT EF ACADEMY CHANGED THAT. EVERYONE COMES FROM A DIFFERENT PLACE, AND WE ALL HELP EACH OTHER SUCCEED — WHETHER WE’RE IN CLASS, OR PLAYING OUT ON THE FOOTBALL FIELD. I NEVER REALIZED WHAT I AM CAPABLE OF UNTIL I CAME HERE.” CESAR MANCILLA MARTINEZ, MEXICO

EF Academy Oxford

“MY GOAL IN COMING TO EF ACADEMY WAS TO CHALLENGE MYSELF IN THE CLASSROOM. MY TEACHERS ENCOURAGED ME TO CHALLENGE MYSELF IN THE OUTSIDE WORLD, AS WELL. THROUGH THE SCHOOL’S DUKE OF EDINBURGH PROGRAM, I’M TRAINING FOR A FOUR-DAY OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EXPEDITION WITH HELP AND SUPPORT FROM MY FACULTY AND FRIENDS. THEY WANT ME TO SUCCEED JUST AS MUCH AS I DO. IT’S A PRETTY AWESOME FEELING.”SIMEN KINSERDAL, NORWAY

EF Academy Torbay

“AT EF, ACADEMICS ARE THE PRIMARY FOCUS OF OUR DAY. BUT WE’RE ALWAYS ENCOURAGED TO TAKE A BREAK AND TAKE CARE OF OURSELVES. HERE, I PLAY FOOTBALL AND SWIM. I’M IN THE ECONOMICS CLUB. I MAKE TIME FOR MY FRIENDS — ALL WHILE GETTING A GREAT EDUCATION.”KELVIN MA, HONG KONG

EF Academy New York

EF STUDENTS: IN THEIR OWN WORDS

EF ACADEMY


EF ACADEMY

“EF ACADEMY IS MY DREAM SCHOOL. I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED LEARNING ABOUT NEW CULTURES. BUT HERE THERE ARE TONS OF OTHER STUDENTS — AND TEACHERS — WHO ARE JUST AS EXCITED TO LEARN ABOUT MINE. EVERY DAY, WE SHARE FOOD, LANGUAGE, AND MUSIC. WE ORGANIZE MULTICULTURAL DAY AND CREATE CLUBS TO CELEBRATE AND LEARN ABOUT EACH OTHER. IT’S AN ATMOSPHERE I HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED ANYWHERE ELSE.”ALICE COLOMBE UWAMAHORO, R WANDA

EF Academy New York

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EACH EF ACADEMY LOCATION HAS A DISTINCT

PERSONALITY, WHETHER THAT’S AN AMERICAN-

STYLE CAMPUS IN NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA,

OR A HISTORIC SCHOOL WITH DECIDEDLY BRITISH

FLAIR IN OXFORD AND TORBAY. IN ALL CASES,

COUNT ON A SECURE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT,

FIRST-RATE ACADEMIC FACILITIES, AND A RANGE OF

LEISURE AND SOCIAL AMENITIES. AND EXPECT THE

WELCOMING COMMUNITY AROUND YOUR SCHOOL

TO SERVE AS YOUR TRUE CAMPUS.

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“TORBAY IS WONDERFUL BECAUSE THERE ARE SO MANY RELAXING WAYS TO SPEND YOUR TIME. MY FRIENDS AND I LOVE TO HANG OUT AT THE BEACH, GO TO THE CINEMA, OR STUDY TOGETHER AT THE LOCAL COFFEE SHOP. EVEN THOUGH WE’RE WORKING HARD, WE ALWAYS FIND WAYS TO HAVE FUN.”YULIA LOZHKINA, RUSSIA

Student, EF Torbay

Torbay is blessed with some of the UK’s sunniest weather,

hence its nickname the English Riviera. This small resort city

bustles 365 days a year.

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LIFE ON THE “ENGLISH RIVIERA”

Torbay benefits from a mild climate throughout the year,

as well as proximity to some of the United Kingdom’s most

beautiful countryside in the surrounding county of Devon.

Biking, hiking, climbing and rafting in nearby Dartmoor Na-

tional Park are all popular. And the cities of Plymouth and

Exeter are both just a train ride away.

PROXIMITY TO ESTEEMED UK UNIVERSITIES

If your interest is to continue on with university studies in

the United Kingdom, our academic staff can prepare you

for the IGCSE, A-Level and IB Diploma exams. The UK’s ef-

ficient train system also allows for easy university visits to

Brighton, Bath, and Exeter, as well as London, Oxford, and

Cambridge.

A SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE PLACE TO STUDY

Our Torbay campus is particularly well-suited to young-

er students who require a little extra support. Visitors are

immediately struck by the tight-knit family atmosphere of

both the campus and surrounding village which is easily

walkable.

UNIVERSITY-LEVEL FACILITIES IN AN HISTORIC SETTING

The EF Academy campus is situated in a modern-day castle

on a hill overlooking the resort city of Torquay. In 2012, the

campus opened a new state-of-the-art building with spa-

cious multimedia classrooms, technology center, interactive

science laboratories, art studios, and student lounge and

study areas.

RESORT AMUSEMENTS AND AMENITIES

Our full-time Director of Student Life organizes weekly

sporting, academic and social events to ensure that stu-

dents balance academic achievement with enjoyment. The

surrounding area offers no end of resort amenities, such as

amusement rides, go-karting, and bowling, as well as sea-

side sports like sailing, surfing and beach volleyball.

THE TOWN OF TORQUAY AS YOUR CAMPUS

Torquay’s coffee shops, boutiques and restaurants are all

just a short stroll from campus. On weekends, students en-

joy lounging on Babbacombe Beach, heading to the theater,

or splurging on a traditional “cream tea” in the nearby vil-

lage of Cockington.

STUDY ON THE ENGLISH RIVIERA: TORBAY IS A BEACH RESORT AREA LOCATED ON ENGLAND’S

SOUTHWEST COAST, POPULAR WITH BRITISH AND INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS ALIKE. KNOWN

AS THE ENGLISH RIVIERA, THE REGION OFFERS A WEALTH OF BEACHES, RESTAURANTS, COFFEE

SHOPS, SPORTS FIELDS, AND THEATERS WHILE RETAINING THE SAFE AND QUIET ATMOSPHERE

STUDENTS NEED FOR EFFECTIVE LEARNING.

TORBAY

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

> IGCSE Exam Preparation

> International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

> A-Level Exam

> High School Preparation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Student residence near school campus •

Homestay with a local host family

EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES

Multimedia classrooms • Technology

Center • Science laboratory Language lab •

Art studio • Student lounge • Study areas

SPORTS & LEISURE AMENITIES

Fitness Center nearby • Playing fields

nearby • Dance and yoga studios nearby


Student Council • School newspaper •

Yearbook • Blogging

WEEKEND TRIPS

Edinburgh • London • Bath • Stonehenge

CAMPUS EVENTS

Orientation induction & welcome party •

Lunar New Year Festival • International

Day • Sports Day

“I BELIEVE STRONGLY THAT QUALITY TEACHING AND AN ENRICHING LEARNING ENVIRONMENT ARE ESSENTIAL FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO ACHIEVE THEIR MAXIMUM POTENTIAL.”TREVOR SPENCE, HEADMASTER

BA hons; MA International Leadership & Management; 20 years of teaching experience in independent schools in South America, Europe, and Southeast Asia

ACADEMIC EXCURSIONS

The Eden Project • Fossil Walk • Visits to

the universities of Exeter & Bath • BBC

London • DNA Workshop • Bristol Science

Museum • Biodiversity field trip to Devon

Coast

ACADEMIC COMPETITIONS

Duke of Edinburgh Award • UKMT Senior •

Mathematics Challenge

COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEERISM

Torbay Volunteer Society • Oxford

University’s KEEN Foundation • Penguin

House at Paignton Zoo • Living Coast

Animal Sanctuary • Dartmoor Trust

Tree-planting • Macmillan Cancer Fund •

Red Cross

SPORTS

Soccer • Basketball • Tennis • Swimming •

Running • Table tennis • Badminton •

Surfing • Cycling • Fencing • Hiking •

Climbing • Sailing

SOCIAL CLUBS

Film • Sci-Fi literature • Drama & Theater •

Piano • Chess • Visual art • Photography •

Choir • Cooking • Gardening

ACADEMIC CLUBS

Business • Math • Debate • Spanish •

Greek • Model UN

EF ACADEMY TORBAY

CASTLE ROAD

TORBAY, DEVON

TQ1 3BG

UNITED KINGDOM

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“OXFORD IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CITIES IN THE WORLD. THE BUILDINGS, THE RIVERS, THE TREES — EVEN JUST WALKING TO SCHOOL IN THE MORNING IS INSPIRING. IT’S ALSO A STUDENT’S CITY. THE WHOLE TOWN IS FULL OF YOUNG PEOPLE. ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS SAY HELLO, AND YOU WILL MEET SO MANY PEOPLE.”“CHRISTINA” JIE YIN XIA, SPAIN & CHINA

Student, EF Oxford

England’s oldest university city also boasts the very latest in

leisure, sports, and entertainment amenities – all geared

toward students!

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HOME TO THE UK’S OLDEST UNIVERSITY

Oxford has been a center of learning for more than 1,000

years and students are still the heart of this vibrant, multi-

cultural city. Whether you are strolling the university’s his-

toric courtyards and grounds, visiting the botanical gardens,

or browsing books at Blackwell’s, there’s always something

new to discover among Oxford’s ancient cobbled lanes.

IDEAL FOR UNIVERSITY PREPARATION IN THE UK

If your ambition is to further your education by attending

university in the United Kingdom, EF Academy Oxford is an

excellent choice. Our academic staff are particularly adept

at helping you to score well on the A-Level or IB Diploma ex-

ams. We also arrange field trips to the campuses of Oxford,

Cambridge and other prestigious UK universities.

STEEPED IN DISTINCTLY BRITISH TRADITIONS

Enjoy a rare glimpse into all the social and cultural tradi-

tions of British academic life: punting along the River Isis,

cricket matches, strawberry picnics in the parks. Plus you’re

only an hour by bus or train from the cultural attractions

of London!

HISTORIC SCHOOL, UPDATED TO THE BEST STANDARDS

The EF Academy Oxford is located a 20-minute walk from

Oxford’s city center. Located in a restored, centuries-old

mansion known as Cotuit Hall, our campus features tra-

ditional buildings updated with multimedia classrooms,

language and science laboratories, and several inviting

student lounge areas, as well as full access to the excellent

educational and leisure amenities offered at the adjoining

EF International Language Centers campus.

VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE & FULL ACTIVITIES CALENDAR

A dedicated Director of Student Life organizes a wealth of

activities and events each week, ranging from hiking and

camping trips to the annual Cultural Festival and Summer

Ball. In addition, EF Academy Oxford students have full ac-

cess to a wide range of lectures, museums, and exhibits on

offer from Oxford University.

THE CITY OF OXFORD AS YOUR CAMPUS

Shops, restaurants, cafes and cinemas are all within easy

reach of the EF Academy campus — either on foot or by bicy-

cle. Students also enjoy access to the outstanding facilities

of Oxford Brookes University, located a few minutes’ walk

from school.

STUDY IN ENGLAND’S OLDEST UNIVERSITY TOWN: OXFORD IS KNOWN AS THE ACADEMIC HEART

OF BRITAIN. HOME TO BRITAIN’S FIRST UNIVERSITY, OXFORD IS RENOWNED FOR ITS SCHOLASTIC

EXCELLENCE AND RICH ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE. EF ACADEMY STUDENTS COMBINE A RARE

GLIMPSE INTO BRITAIN’S ACADEMIC TRADITIONS WITH A PROGRESSIVE EDUCATION THAT POSI-

TIONS THEM FOR A LEADERSHIP ROLE IN THE 21ST CENTURY.

OXFORD

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EF ACADEMY OXFORD: CAMPUS LIFE

“I AM 100 % COMMITTED TO EDUCATION WITH AN INTERNATIONAL FOCUS. THE GOAL OF THE EF OXFORD TEAM IS TO MAKE SURE EVERY ONE OF OUR STUDENTS GETS INTO THEIR FIRST-CHOICE UNIVERSITY.”TED MCGRATH, HEAD TEACHER

BE hons; former IB Coordinator and Head of Sixth Form for Dulwich School, Thailand; recipient of the European Council of International Schools Award for the promotion of international education

200 STUDENTS, 50 FACULT Y AND STAFF

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

> International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

> A-Level Program



Student residence on school campus •



Multimedia classrooms • Cafeteria •

Courtyard atrium • Garden • Language

lab • Science laboratory • 4 student

lounges


Fitness Center nearby • Playing fields

nearby • Yoga and dance studios nearby


Student Council • “The Badger” school

newspaper • Yearbook

CAMPUS EVENTS


International Day of Peace • Cultural

Festival • Sports Day • Summer Ball

WEEKEND TRIPS

London • Cornbury Park bushcraft

weekend • Ice skating • Bowling

ACADEMIC EXCURSIONS

Visits to UK universities • Clothes Show live

fashion show


Duke of Edinburgh Award • Global Young

Leaders Conference • Hult Prize


Volunteering at Oxfam • Children in Need •

St. John’s Ambulance Fund • World

Challenge Service Trip to Morocco

SPORTS

Soccer • Rugby • Cycling • Volleyball •

Camping • Hiking • Running • Climbing •

Table tennis • Yoga

SOCIAL CLUBS

Visual art • Dance • Photography •

Drama & Theater • Jazz band • Cooking

Glee club • Gardening

ACADEMIC CLUBS

Computers • Philosophy • History • French

• Electronics • Model UN • Current affairs •

Debate • Fashion & Design

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HEADINGTON, OXFORD

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“NEW YORK IS THE MOST INSPIRING CITY I’VE EVER EXPERIENCED. THE PEOPLE, THE PARKS, THE GALLERIES, THE MUSEUMS. THOSE ARE THE THINGS THAT INSPIRE MY OWN ART PROJECTS. THERE IS NO OTHER CITY LIKE IT.”VALERIA KACHKOVA, RUSSIA

Student, EF New York

Enjoy 100 acres of landscaped grounds, running trails,

and playing fields in the village of Thornwood.

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HOME TO MAJOR AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES

The New York area is also host to dozens of America’s

most respected universities, whether that’s NYU in famed

Greenwich Village or Ivy League Columbia University. Our

campus in Thornwood is an ideal setting in which to prepare

for University enrollment in New York State and beyond.

THE CITY THAT DOESN’T SLEEP

There’s always something exciting to see or do in America’s

largest city. Tour iconic monuments like the Statue of Liberty

and Empire State Building. Explore ethnically diverse neigh-

borhoods like Chinatown and Little Italy. Shop along Fifth

Avenue. Finish off by attending a Broadway show or Yankees

baseball game.

GLOBAL CENTER FOR COMMERCE

Career-wise, New York is a world center for commerce, finance,

diplomacy and the arts. Why not get to know it from the

inside? Because it’s true what they say: if you can make it

here, you can indeed make it anywhere.

IDYLLIC CAMPUS, 40 MIN FROM MANHATTAN

A mere 40-minute train ride from Manhattan, EF Academy’s

secure campus offers 100 acres of landscaped grounds, run-

ning trails, and playing fields in the village of Thornwood.

This classic American township is located in the majestic

Hudson River Valley, a region that figures prominently in

both American history and literature — and an ideal back-

drop for your studies.

UNIVERSITY-LEVEL FACILITIES ON-SITE

Our educational facilities feature updated multimedia class-

rooms, a premier science center, performance theater, and

studios for art, dance, and music. There’s an on-site cafe-

teria, multiple student lounges, a gymnasium, as well as

basketball and tennis courts. You will live in a dormitory

on-campus with house parents.

THE VILLAGE OF THORNWOOD AS YOUR CAMPUS

Our school is conveniently adjacent to a shopping center with

cafes, stores and restaurants. On the weekends practice any

kind of outdoor or adventure sport — hiking, cycling, climbing,

skiing and, of course, sailing and canoing on the Hudson.

STUDY AT AN IDYLLIC CAMPUS LOCATED IN UPPER NEW YORK STATE. NEW YORK IS AMERICA’S

MOST COSMOPOLITAN CITY, BOASTING WORLD-CLASS THEATER, ART, DANCE, AND FASHION.

EF ACADEMY’S SECURE CAMPUS IN NEARBY THORNWOOD OFFERS THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS:

PROXIMITY TO ALL THE CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS OF MANHATTAN, AND THE SAFETY AND

FRIENDLINESS OF SMALL-TOWN AMERICA.

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EF ACADEMY NEW YORK / CAMPUS LIFE800 STUDENTS, 110 FACULT Y AND STAFF

“PERSONAL ATTENTION IS A KEY COMPONENT OF OUR APPROACH TO INSTRUCTION HERE AT EF NEW YORK. OUR TEACHERS NURTURE THE INDIVIDUAL TALENTS AND STRENGTHS OF EACH STUDENT.”DR. BRIAN MAHONEY, HEADMASTER

BA in History and MA in Teaching; PhD in Educational Leadership; Edward Ford Fellowship recipient from National Association of Independent Schools; over 15 years of experience as a teacher, administrator, and head of private schools

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

> IGCSE Exam Preparation

> IB Diploma

> US High School Diploma



Student residence on school campus •



Multimedia classrooms • 2 theaters •

Art studio • Language lab • Science

laboratory • Student resource center •

Student lounges


Indoor swimming pool nearby • Fitness

Center • Playing fields


Student Council • Yearbook

CAMPUS EVENTS


Lunar New Year Festival • International

Day • Sports Day • Student Art Exhibition

WEEKEND TRIPS

Boston • Philadelphia


National Merit Scholarship • Moody’s Math

Challenge • New York State Math League •

Tri-County Science & Technology Fair •

Global Student Leaders Summit


Elementary school tutoring • Service Tours

to Ghana or Dominican Republic • Ushering

at the Music Hall • Cleanup of local lakes

SPORTS

Soccer • Basketball • Tennis • Swimming •

Running • Table tennis • Golf • Skiing • Ice

hockey • Water polo • Hiking • Climbing •

Sailing • Yoga • Horseback riding • Dance •

Ballet

SOCIAL CLUBS

Film • Literature • Drama & Theater •

Choir • Chess • Visual Art • Photography •

Rock band • Cooking

ACADEMIC CLUBS

Science • Business • Math • Debate •

Spanish • French • German •

Mandarin • Model UN • Computers •

Robotics • Physics • International Affairs

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582 COLUMBUS AVENUE

THORNWOOD,

NEW YORK 10594

UNITED STATES

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Our newest campus will allow you to enjoy California at its

best, from the movie star mansions of Los Angeles to the cable

cars of San Francisco – not to mention hundreds of miles of

breathtaking beaches and coastline in between!

OUR NEXT CAMPUS:

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YEAR-ROUND SUN

There’s a casual vibe about California you won’t find any-

where else on the planet. If you’re the type who likes the

openness of America’s multi-ethnic culture, great beaches,

and loads of sun — well, look no further! Californians just

love being outside. Get ready for volleyball, beach BBQs,

rollerblading and hanging out in open-air shopping malls.

HOME TO MAJOR AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES

If your aim is to attend university in the United States, our

academic staff will be able to help you prepare for the IGCSE,

IB Diploma and SAT college entrance exams. We’ll also lead

student tours to California’s best universities: Stanford and

UC Berkeley in the San Francisco Bay Area; or UCLA and

UC San Diego, in Southern California.

GLOBAL MECCA FOR TECHNOLOGY & ENTERTAINMENT

Career-wise, California offers one of America’s most robust

international economies. There’s the legendary film and

music industries in Los Angeles, of course. But also the high

tech corridor known as Silicon Valley where Apple, Google,

and Facebook are all located.

UNIVERSITY-LEVEL FACILITIES IN AN HISTORIC SETTING

Scheduled to open in September 2016, we’re actively pur-

suing a secure campus in California with all the academic,

leisure and sports amenities you would expect from

EF Academy. Students will have the option of living in an

international student residence right on campus.

STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES

Count on high-tech multimedia classrooms, state-of-the-

art science and language laboratories, art and dance stu-

dios, an on-site cafeteria, and multiple student lounges and

meeting spaces. In addition to on-site playing fields, you

will have nearby access to a range of sports and recreation

facilities.

THE COMMUNITY AS YOUR CAMPUS

When lessons are over for the day, you will be hosted by

a pleasant and welcoming residential community with con-

venient public transportation the city, the beach, the ski

slopes — and more! On the weekends we plan to host excur-

sions to Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, the Grand

Canyon — and the Magic Kingdom of Disneyland.

STUDY IN THE GOLDEN STATE. OUR NEXT CAMPUS TO OPEN IN THE USA WILL TAKE YOU TO SUNNY

CALIFORNIA, HUB OF AMERICA’S HIGH TECH, SOCIAL MEDIA, ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRIES, AND

HOME TO SOME OF THE WORLD’S BEST UNIVERSITIES. EXPERIENCE CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ AT ITS

BEST: THE MOVIE-STAR MANSIONS OF HOLLYWOOD, THE BEACHES OF BIG SUR, THE CABLE CARS

OF SAN FRANCISCO — AND MUCH MORE!

CALIFORNIA

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PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

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IGCSE PROGRAM

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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA

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A-LEVEL PROGRAM

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HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

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HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATION

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SPECIALIZED STUDY PROGRAMS

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OTHER PROGRAMS

OUR EXPERIENCED ACADEMIC ADVISORS WILL

HELP YOU DECIDE WHICH EF ACADEMY PROGRAM

IS RIGHT FOR YOUR INDIVIDUAL TALENTS, NEEDS,

AND GOALS. THIS ENSURES THE ULTIMATE

PATHWAY TO A TOP UNIVERSITY — WHETHER THAT’S

AT HOME OR ABROAD — AND AN INTERNATIONAL

CAREER BEYOND.

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PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS

YOUR NEXT STEPS TO UNIVERSITY AND BEYOND. CONSIDER ATTENDING FOUR YEARS OF STUDY

AT EF ACADEMY. IT WILL ENSURE YOUR VERY BEST CHANCE FOR ADMISSION TO AN IVY LEAGUE

SCHOOL IN THE USA, OR TO OXFORD OR CAMBRIDGE IN THE UK. ALL ALONG THE WAY OUR GLOB-

AL CURRICULUM ENHANCES YOUR ACADEMIC PORTFOLIO WITH MULTILINGUALISM, EDUCATIONAL

TRAVEL, REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE, AND UNIVERSITY PREPARATION.

SUMMER BREAKHigh SchoolFoundation Course

High SchoolFoundation Course

1ST

YEAR2ND

YEAR

ATTEND HIGHSCHOOLIN THE USA

IGCSE YEAR 1 IGCSE YEAR 2>>

IGCSE YEAR 1 IGCSE YEAR 2SUMMER BREAK

ATTENDSECONDARYSCHOOL INTHE UK

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US HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA GRADE 9


> >

GLOBAL CURRICULUM

INTERNATIONALIZE ALL 4 YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL AT EF ACADEMY

MULTILINGUALISM

OFFERED FROM YEAR 1 TO 4

> Learn English (intensive courses to supplement

those offered on-campus)

> Learn a language during summer break at multiple

EF locations (see pp. 32)

• Spanish • French • German • Italian • Mandarin •

Japanese

EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL


> Class trips (Washington DC, Boston, London, Paris, etc.)

> Service tours etc. (Ghana, Dominican Republic,

Costa Rica, etc.)

> University tours (Ivy League, Oxbridge, etc.)

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“I LOOK AT THE STUDENTS AS INDIVIDUALS AND ENCOURAGE THEM TO THINK ABOUT PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND THEIR LONG TERM GOALS AND HOW THEY ARE GOING TO ACHIEVE THEM. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THEY ENJOY EVERY MINUTE OF THEIR LEARNING JOURNEY.”LUAN BROTHWOOD, UNIVERSITY GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

EF Academy Oxford

ENROLL IN AUNIVERSITYIN THE USA

4TH

YEAR3RD

YEAR

IB DIPLOMA YEAR 1

IB DIPLOMA YEAR 2

>>

SUMMER BREAK

ENROLL IN AUNIVERSITY IN THE UK

A-LEVELYEAR 2

IB DIPLOMA YEAR 2

A-LEVELYEAR 1

IB DIPLOMA YEAR 1

>>

>>

SELECT YOUR PROGRAM WITH THE OPTION

TO CHANGE CAMPUS.

SUMMER BREAK SUMMER BREAK

SUMMER BREAK



> >

REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE


> International internships at home or abroad

> Short-term EF Academy campus exchanges

> Duke of Edinburgh Award

> Global Leaders Summit (China, USA, Switzerland, etc.)

> Volunteer work in the local community

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION


> University summer courses

> Weekend university visits

> Intensive SAT and TOEFL test preparation

> University application preparation


INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SECONDARY SCHOOL QUALIFICATION

IGCSE PROGRAM

AGES: 14 TO 16 GRADE LEVELS: YEARS 1 AND 2 OF SECONDARY SCHOOL LOCATIONS: NEW YORK, USA; TORBAY, UK PROGRAM LENGTH: 2 YEARS

IGCSE COURSES TAUGHT AT EF ACADEMY

OVERVIEW

The international equivalent of Britain’s GCSE program — the

IGCSE — is now a primary method of qualification for inter-

national students seeking success with the UK’s A-Level

exams, the globally recognized International Baccalaureate

(IB) Diploma, and the North American High School Diploma.

IGCSE students who enroll in the first two years of second-

ary school in either the USA or UK, also benefit from an

even more profound understanding and academic base in

these educational systems. It gives teachers two additional

years to understand your strengths and learning styles, and

groom you for university admissions.

THE CURRICULUM

Students select a core group of subjects (English, Math and

Science), as well as an elective group of subjects (foreign

language, humanities, information technology, and more).

Students choose their courses based on personal interest

and career goals. Because the IGCSE was specifically de-

veloped for international students, cultural awareness and

English language skills are also important elements of the

curriculum.

RESULTS

Students receive an IGCSE qualification for each subject

successfully completed. IGCSE students are externally as-

sessed based on oral and written exams at the end of the

program. A logical progression for most students is to con-

tinue on for two more years of study abroad to complete

our IB Diploma, A-Level Preparation, or High School Diplo-

ma program.

HIGHLY VALUED EXAM. THE INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (IGCSE) IS THE

GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED QUALIFICATION FOR STUDENTS AGED 14 TO 16, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO WISH TO BEGIN

THEIR EDUCATION ABROAD EARLY. THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES EXCELLENT PREPARATION FOR A-LEVELS,

IB DIPLOMA, AND OTHER PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY.

LANGUAGE

English Literature, English as a Second Language

HUMANITIES / SOCIAL SCIENCE

HistoryBusiness

SCIENCES

Biology, Chemistry and Physics

MATHEMATICS

International Mathematics that incorporates Algebra, Functions, Geometry, Trigo-nometry and Probability

ARTS

Visual ArtsTheater Arts

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Wide variety of individual and team sports and activities

For the latest course options please visit www.ef.com/academy

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“IT’S SO GOOD TO STUDY WITH KIDS WHO CARE ABOUT THEIR STUDIES AND WHO ARE REALLY HERE TO LEARN. IT HELPS ME LEARN MORE BECAUSE WE’RE CONSTANTLY HELPING ONE ANOTHER DO WELL.”LUCAS KRAUS, GERMANY

IGCSE Student, EF Academy Torbay

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FOR STUDENTS WHO SEEK A GLOBAL EDUCATION AND CAREER

INTERNATIONAL BACCAL AUREATE DIPLOMA

AGES: 16 TO 19 GRADE LEVELS: FINAL TWO YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL LOCATIONS: NEW YORK, USA; TORBAY AND OXFORD, UK PROGRAM LENGTH: 2 YEARS

OVERVIEW

The IB Diploma Program is an academically challenging and

balanced program for students in their final two years of

high school that includes a final examination to prepare

them for success at university and beyond. EF Academy’s IB

Program is unique in that it allows students to actually live

the internationalism they are studying. Students experience

new global perspectives and immerse themselves in cultural

diversity every single day by learning alongside students

from 75 countries.

THE CURRICULUM

The IB curriculum includes six subjects and three core re-

quirements. First, students take six classroom courses from

qualified IB teachers, ensuring breadth of knowledge in

languages, social studies, the experimental sciences, math-

ematics and the arts. In addition, the program has three

core requirements that challenge students to apply their

knowledge and understanding: the Extended Essay inde-

pendent research project, the Theory of Knowledge course,

and a Creativity, Action, and Service component. Hands-on

coursework is a prominent aspect of the entire program, al-

lowing students to gain an even deeper appreciation for the

subject matter they are studying. Students have organized

events for Amnesty International, built houses in Nicaragua,

and tutored students in their school communities.

RESULTS

Students take written examinations at the end of the pro-

gram, which are graded by external IB examiners. They also

complete assessment tasks throughout the two-year pro-

gram. Thanks to the IB program’s high academic standards,

students who sit the exam tend to achieve better grades

in their IB subjects and higher grade point averages over-

all. Universities around the world offer university credit to

those students who score highly on IB exams. That means

that successful IB candidates may complete university stud-

ies in less time than peers who studied an alternate univer-

sity preparation curricula.

GLOBALLY RENOWNED DIPLOMA. THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA (IB) IS AN INTERNATIONALLY

RECOGNIZED QUALIFICATION THAT PREPARES STUDENTS FOR UNIVERSITY STUDY. THE IB CURRICULUM IS

GROUNDED SOLIDLY IN THE CONCEPTS OF INQUIRY, INTERNATIONALISM, AND UNDERSTANDING. THANKS TO

EF ACADEMY’S UNMATCHED INTERNATIONALITY, OUR STUDENTS LIVE THE IB ETHOS EVERY SINGLE DAY.

LANGUAGES A1

English A1Russian BMandarin BSpanish BNorwegianKoreanVietnameseGermanThaiPortuguese

THE ARTS

Theater ArtsVisual Arts

SECOND LANGUAGE

English BMandarin Ab initioFrench Ab initioSpanish Ab initio

EXPERIMENTAL SCIENCES

BiologyChemistryPhysicsEnvironmental Systems & Societies

MATHEMATICS

MathematicsMath Studies

INDIVIDUALS AND SOCIETIES

HistoryPsychologyEconomicsBusiness & ManagementPhilosophy

EXTENDED ESSAY

Students are required to engage in independent research through an in-depth study of a specific subject. The research culminates in a 4,000 word essay, preparing students for university-level research and writing.

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE

Students are encouraged to each reflect on the nature of knowl-edge by examining different ways of knowing (perception, emotion, language and reason) and different kinds of knowledge (scientific, artistic, mathematical and historical).

CREATIVITY, ACTION, SERVICE

Students are required to activate their studies by completing creative projects or service ac-tivities outside of the classroom.

IB DIPLOMA COREThe IB curriculum also has three core requirements that challenge students to apply their knowledge and understanding of the world in which they live.

SUBJECT GROUPSIB Diploma students follow five courses of study, ensuring breadth of knowledge in languages, social stud-ies, the experimental sciences, mathematics and the arts.


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“THE IB PROGRAM REALLY PREPARES YOU FOR SUCCESS AT UNIVERSITY. WE’RE DOING THINGS IN OUR SECOND YEAR OF IB THAT MY FRIENDS ARE DOING IN THEIR FIRST YEAR OF COLLEGE.”“JENNIFER” FENG WEN HSIN, TAIWAN

IB Diploma Student, EF Academy Oxford

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FOR STUDENTS WHO SEEK ENTRANCE TO THE UK’S TOP UNIVERSITIES

A-LEVEL PROGRAM

AGES: 16 TO 18 GRADE LEVELS: FINAL TWO YEARS OF SECONDARY SCHOOL LOCATIONS: OXFORD AND TORBAY, UK PROGRAM LENGTH: 2 YEARS

A-LEVEL COURSE OPTIONS

OVERVIEW

This two-year program of study thoroughly prepares

EF Academy students in the UK to score well in the A-Level

examinations — a standard pathway for enrollment to most

universities in the United Kingdom. EF Academy counselors

help students choose the right combination of three to five

A-Level subjects to ensure the best chance of acceptance to

top universities in their field of study. For instance, prospec-

tive medical students choose A-Level subjects such as Biolo-

gy, Chemistry, and Statistics, while prospective law students

might study Politics, Philosophy, and Law.

THE CURRICULUM

Success in A-Levels requires a high level of English language

fluency and profound experience with British academic cul-

ture. Classroom learning is very hands-on, featuring class

sizes of just 15:1. Most A-Level courses follow four subjects

in the first year and three in the second year. Independent

study is a large part of the A-Level curriculum. Faculty mem-

bers assess students regularly to ensure success in this

challenging learning environment.

RESULTS

Subject assessments typically take place through exams

in January and June and may involve coursework or other

practical assessment. EF Academy teachers provide monthly

tests to gauge students’ readiness or their yearly A-Level

examinations.

PREFERRED BY UK UNIVERSITIES. A-LEVEL EXAM RESULTS ARE A STANDARD PATHWAY FOR UNITED KINGDOM

UNIVERSITIES — SOME OF THE TOP LEARNING INSTITUTIONS IN THE WORLD. EF ACADEMY’S A-LEVEL PREPARA-

TION PROGRAM ENSURES STUDENTS ACHIEVE THE BEST EXAM RESULTS IN COMPETITIVE SUBJECTS SUCH AS

SCIENCE, AND ECONOMICS.

ENGLISH

IELTS preparation

SOCIAL SCIENCE

Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Media Studies

SCIENCES

Biology, Chemistry and Physics

MATHEMATICS

Maths, Further Maths, Computing

ARTS

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A-Level Program Student, EF Academy Oxford

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OVERVIEW

Successful university candidates — especially those planning to study abroad

in the USA — need a strong academic foundation and a clear understanding

of the American educational system. Flexible in length, our high school di-

ploma can be earned in two, three or four years — depending on your age,

level of English, and academic studies to date. Our student body, world-class

faculty, rigorous academic philosophy and global outlook provide a unique

international mix of assets not available in high school back home. And the

value of a US high school diploma greatly helps with university placement

in America’s best schools.

THE CURRICULUM

All EF Academy High School Diploma students in Grades 9 and 10 follow our

rigorous IGCSE curriculum (see pp. 38–45). Students who enter the program

during Grade 11 have two options. They can either pursue the curriculum

for the International Baccalaureate Diploma (see pp. 60–61), or complete

a modified version of it that will result in the ability to graduate from high

school with recognized US diploma.

RESULTS

On successful completion of this program, EF Academy New York is autho-

rized by the State of New York Board of Regents to grant official high school

diplomas. Students also have the option of sitting for their IGCSE and IB

Diploma exams if they so choose. These credentials are globally recognized

and, in the case of IB Diploma, may also be applied toward university credit.

AN AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION FOR LINGUISTIC AND CULTURAL FLUENCY

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

AGES: 14 TO 19 GRADE LEVELS: ALL FOUR YEARS OF HIGH SCHOOL LOCATIONS: NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA, USA PROGRAM LENGTH: 1 TO 4 YEARS

GRADUATE FROM US HIGH SCHOOL. THIS INNOVATIVE IMMERSION PROGRAM OFFERS A TRADITIONAL AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL

EDUCATION, INCLUDING A WIDE VARIETY OF ACADEMIC SUBJECTS, SPORTS, AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. STUDENTS

FOLLOW THE IB DIPLOMA SCHEME, BUT HAVE MORE FLEXIBILITY OF SUBJECTS AND THE OPTION OF SITTING THE IB EXAM.

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OVERVIEW

Our High School Preparation program is designed to enhance a student’s

English language skills with special emphasis on attaining academic profi-

ciency. This ensures you will meet the basic fluency requirements to study

in either our American or UK schools. The course is flexible in length to

cater to all current ability levels. That means you can study for 3, 6, 9 or 12

months, depending on your individual needs and goals.

THE CURRICULUM

The curriculum is designed to provide you with a foundation for academic

study in either the UK or USA, regardless of the educational system you

currently follow. It aims to acclimate you to the philosophy of international

education, which demands independent thought, self-expression, and su-

perior study skills. Students will focus on improving their general language

abilities. They will also develop the specific language skills needed to cope

with a full English academic program, including writing essays and making

presentations.

RESULTS

Following successful completion, students are automatically admitted into

one of EF Academy’s high school programs in the UK or USA: IGCSE, IB

Diploma, or A-Levels.

FOR STUDENTS WHO NEED TO MASTER ENGLISH WHILE BUILDING A STRONG ACADEMIC FOUNDATION


AGES: 14 TO 19 GRADE LEVELS: ALL 4 YEARS OF SECONDARY SCHOOL LOCATIONS: NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA, USA; OXFORD AND TORBAY, UK PROGRAM LENGTH: 3, 6, 9 OR 12 MONTHS

PREPARE FOR YOUR STUDIES ABROAD. EF ACADEMY OFFERS A SPECIAL PREPARATION PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS WHO PLAN

TO PURSUE THEIR SECONDARY STUDIES IN NORTH AMERICA OR IN THE UNITED KINGDOM, BUT IN EITHER CASE NEED ADDI-

TIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT TO MEET PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS.

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SPECIALIZED STUDY PROGRAMS

GLOBAL BUSINESS

FOR STUDENTS WHO SEEK TO PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN GLOBAL BUSINESS

OR FINANCE

CURRICULUM

Business is one of the most popular career paths for students at EF Academy,

whether that’s finance, economics, accounting or entrepreneurship. Re-

gardless of which campus location you choose, you will enjoy a multitude

of courses, clubs, seminars, and excursions relating to the business field.

EF Academy students benefit especially from the school’s diversity. Fellow

students offer personal insights into international business case studies. Nu-

merous market structures are studied and debated in every class meeting.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

The school also offers a professional speakers series related to marketing,

entrepreneurship and finance. Students gain practical knowledge and expe-

rience through job shadowing and mentorship opportunities, an alumni net-

work with access to EF business professionals worldwide, and student-led

business clubs.

LAW

FOR STUDENTS WHO SEEK ADMISSION TO A LAW DEGREE PROGRAM IN THE UK

OR USA

CURRICULUM

EF Academy offers numerous opportunities for students to gain an edge

in the legal field. Debate Club helps students improve their speaking and

debate skills, while Model UN provides insight into international issues and

frameworks. Thanks to the school’s incredible diversity, students also have

ready access to real-world perspectives from up to 75 countries worldwide.

International law and human rights issues are ongoing sources of student

discussion in nearly every humanities course.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Other opportunities for building your academic portfolio to focus on Law

include live debate forums, a professional speakers series, Model UN confer-

ences, English language mastery and, above all, job shadowing and mentor-

ship opportunities through the EF Alumni Network.

VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

FOR STUDENTS WHO ASPIRE TO A CAREER AS A WORLD-CLASS ARTIST OR

PERFORMER.

CURRICULUM

Beyond relevant academic courses, students interested in the visual and

performing arts have the opportunity to develop their creative visions by

designing costumes and choreographing dances for dramatic productions

on campus, writing and publishing their work in the school literary magazine

or newspaper, and showcasing their works at campus-sponsored photogra-

phy and art exhibits. These rich creative opportunities allow them to build

outstanding portfolios for the university admissions process.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Our school also offers a number of specialized programs in the visual and

performing arts, including: film production with a professional film director,

participation in local and regional art exhibitions, and job shadowing oppor-

tunities with professional theatre artists and musicians.

ENGINEERING

FOR STUDENTS WHO SEEK A PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION IN THE FIELD OF

ENGINEERING

CURRICULUM

Those interested in the field of engineering will benefit from EF Academy’s

outstanding math and science curricula, and a diverse range of oppor-

tunities for hands-on coursework allowing students to bring their studies to

life. Engineering is based on the practical and creative application of math-

ematic and scientific methods. Whether seeking a career in chemical, civil,

electrical, mechanical or structural engineering, you are able to tailor proj-

ects in your Math and Science classes to meet your individual career goals.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

As part of their EF coursework, past engineering students have built wind-

mills, studied the architecture of their home countries, and researched the

chemical make-up of food and water. Staff can also assist you with organiz-

ing job shadowing and mentorship opportunities in the field.

CAREER-FOCUSED STUDIES. AT EF ACADEMY, STUDENTS CAN TAILOR-MAKE ANY OF OUR ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

TO FIT THEIR INDIVIDUAL EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER PATHS. WE HAVE PROVEN SUCCESS WITH PREPARING

STUDENTS TO ENTER THE BUSINESS WORLD, THE PROFESSIONAL FIELDS OF LAW, MEDICINE OR ENGINEERING —

EVEN THE VISUAL AND PERFORMANCE ARTS.

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MEDICAL & DENTAL

FOR STUDENTS WHO PLAN TO FURTHER THEIR STUDIES WITH A DEGREE IN

MEDICINE IN THE UK OR USA

CURRICULUM

Whether seeking entry to medical schools in the UK or pre-med programs in

the USA, EF Academy students can work with our academic faculty to pre-

pare fully for these selective fields of study. The school offers world-class

science and higher maths courses. Specialized assistance includes UKCAT

and BMAT preparation, UCAS applications and personal statements, work

experience and medicine-related internships, seminars on relevant medi-

cal topics, and extensive interviews by both academic tutors and medical

experts.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

In the USA, students do not apply to medical school until they have suc-

cessfully completed their undergraduate studies. In this case, EF Academy

students create a 5-year plan, focusing their efforts on gaining admission to

universities that have high fast-track placements to medical school.

OXFORD, CAMBRIDGE & THE US IVY LEAGUE

FOR STUDENTS WHO SEEK ADMISSION TO ONE OF THE WORLD’S TOP

UNIVERSITIES

CURRICULUM

EF Academy offers intensive support for students aiming to attend the

world’s most elite universities. The school’s university placement team main-

tains strong relationships with admissions counselors at Oxford, Cambridge,

and America’s Ivy League institutions to facilitate top offers for qualified

students. With a keen understanding of what these schools demand from

applicants, our team helps you develop an outstanding academic portfolio

in your chosen field of study.

UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT

Students learn how to meet the entrance criteria for the world’s top schools.

To this end, our university placement team helps you develop critical think-

ing skills, review mock interview questions, build strong communication

skills, select the right courses, and build an outstanding extracurricular pro-

file to optimize your chances.

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FAST TRACK TO HULT GUARANTEED ADMISSION TO THE WORLD’S MOST INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL

STUDENTS WHO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE EF ACADEMY’S UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT PROGRAM ENJOY

GUARANTEED ADMISSION TO THE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM AT HULT INTERNATIONAL

BUSINESS SCHOOL. YOU MAY EVEN QUALIFY FOR OUR FAST-TRACK PROGRAM, ALLOWING YOU TO EARN THIS

PRESTIGIOUS U.S.-ACCREDITED DEGREE IN JUST THREE YEARS.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARD A GLOBAL CAREER

Hult International Business School is an ideal next step for any

EF Academy graduate interested in an international career. Recently

ranked Top 5 for International Business and International Experience

by the Financial Times, Hult offers a unique practical business educa-

tion that provides students with all the essential tools and skills for

success in the global workplace.

EARN A U.S. BUSINESS DEGREE IN LONDON AND SAN FRANCISCO

Start at Hult’s London or San Francisco undergraduate campuses

and choose to split your time between the two locations. You can

also join six-week study tours to Dubai, Shanghai, or Miami. Whether

you start your studies in London or San Francisco, you will graduate

with a U.S.-accredited degree.

GAIN HANDS-ON INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Like EF Academy, Hult offers a globally focused curriculum, world-

class professors with international business backgrounds, and a di-

verse student body from 140 countries. Students graduate with a

network of contacts and friends that spans the world. By splitting

your studies between our London and San Francisco campuses, and

joining a six-week study tour to another of our locations, you will

also gain a unique insight into how business works in other cultures

around the world.

Contact Hult today to learn more about this exclusive fast-track pro-

gram, available only to EF Academy students.

WWW.HULT.EDU

INFORMATION ABOUT OTHER EF PROGRAMS

International Language Centers

EXPLORE THE WORLDBegin your next adventure at one of EF’s 41 international destinations to learn a language, experience a new culture and make friends from around the world. You’ll make guaranteed progress in your studies with personalized courses that start every Monday – and last from two weeks up to a whole year.

Available for students ages 16 to 18.

VISIT US ONLINE

www.ef.com/goabroad

www.ef.com/travel

VISIT US ONLINE

International Language Centers

HAVE THE BEST SUMMER EVERTravel abroad in an escorted group to learn a language in your dream destination. You’ll make guaranteed progress in your studies, make friends from around the world and explore with EF-organized activities and excursions – all within the comfort and security of professional support around the clock.

Available for students ages 10 to 17.

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INFORMATION ABOUT OTHER EF PROGRAMS

EF International Language Centers 2013 - 2014 www.ef.com

Language Courses AbroadHigh schoolstudents

free tabletBook nowSee page 100

USACanadaUnited KingdomIreland

MaltaSouth AfricaAustraliaNew Zealand

SingaporeFranceGermanySpain

ItalyCosta RicaChinaJapan

EF LANGUAGE TRAVELAges: 10 to 16

Travel abroad in an escorted group to an EF Course Town to make friends

from around the world. Combine activity-based language lessons with a full

calendar of events, sports and excursions.

— www.ef.com/travel

HULT INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL

With campuses in Boston, San Francisco, London, Dubai, and Shanghai and

a rotation center in New York, Hult is the ideal place to kick-start your global

career. Whether you take the Bachelor of Business Administration or one of

the postgraduate degrees, you will graduate with a unique insight into the

way how business works across the world and with the soft professional

skills required to make an impact from day one.

— www.hult.edu

EF HIGH SCHOOL EXCHANGE YEARFor students aged 14 to 18

Spend a high school exchange year in the USA, U.K. or Ireland! This is a

once-in-a-lifetime chance to live like a local in a new country. Perfect your

English, form lifelong relationships with your host family and friends, and

gain a new perspective on yourself and the world.

— www.ef.com/highschool

EF LANGUAGE COURSES ABROADAges: 16 to 18

Learn a language, explore a new city and make international friends at one

of our 41 destinations around the globe. Study for 2 to 52 weeks, start your

course any Monday and make guaranteed progress in your studies.

— www.ef.com/goabroad

OTHER EF PROGRAMS

FOR NEARLY 50 YEARS, EF HAS BEEN MAKING THE WORLD A CLASSROOM. AS THE WORLD

LEADER IN INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION, EF OFFERS PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES,

SPECIALIZING IN LANGUAGE LEARNING, EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL, ACADEMIC DEGREES AND

CULTURAL EXCHANGE.

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Customized Language Courses AbroadCompany-Sponsored Courses for Professionals

English in

Boston and CambridgeSpanish in

MadridFrench in

ParisGerman in

MunichMandarin in

BeijingItalian in

Rome

EF LANGUAGE COURSES ABROADAges: 18 and above

Learn a language faster abroad at an accredited EF International Language

Center. Choose from 7 languages in 41 destinations. Study from 2 to 52

weeks with results guaranteed. Courses start every Monday.

— www.ef.com/centers

EF UNIVERSITY PREPARATION ABROADAges: 18 and above

After high school, gain admission to an English-speaking university with a

comprehensive preparation program abroad that includes language study,

admissions counseling and guaranteed placement.

— www.ef.com/universitypreparation

EF CORPORATE SOLUTIONS

EF is the world leader in language training for multinational businesses,

education and public sector organizations. With a worldwide network of

offices in 52 countries, executives-only schools in Cambridge and Boston,

and EF EfektaTM — the world’s most advanced online language school — EF

provides the highest returns on language training investments.

— www.ef.com/corporate

EF ACADEMIC YEAR ABROADAges: 18 and above

Combine language and academic studies for total cultural fluency during

this 9-month study abroad program. Prepare for an official language exam.

Gain international work experience.

— www.ef.com/year

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PROGRAM START DATES:

IGCSE 2015: January, September

2016: To be determined

IB Diploma 2015: September


High School Prep 2015: January, April, June, September


ADDITIONAL SERVICES:

Airport welcome: USD 145 / Residence twin (per term): USD 1,235

INCLUDED IN PROGRAM FEE:

> Triple room in student residence

> Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided, Monday — Friday

> Brunch and dinner provided on weekends

NEW YORK CAMPUS

TERM YEAR

IGCSE USD 13,300 USD 39,900

IB Diploma USD 14,900 USD 44,700

High School Prep USD 11,200 USD 33,600


IGCSE 2015: January, September


IB Diploma / A-Level 2015: September





Airport welcome: GBP 195 / Residence twin (per term): GBP 1,450 / Host

family single (per term): GBP 425


> Twin room in host family

> Breakfast and dinner provided, Monday — Friday

> Brunch and dinner provided on weekends

> Residence accommodation available for a supplemental fee

TORBAY CAMPUS

TERM YEAR

IGCSE GBP 7,350 GBP 22,050

IB Diploma / A-Level GBP 7,550 GBP 22,650

High School Prep GBP 5,850 GBP 17,550


IB Diploma / A-Level 2015: September





Airport welcome: GBP 95 / Residence twin (per term): GBP 1,695 / Host

family single (per term): GBP 475


> Twin room in host family

> For residence students breakfast, lunch and dinner provided, Mon. — Fri.

> For residence students brunch and dinner provided on weekends

> Host family students have on-campus lunch included on weekdays

> Residence accommodation available for a supplemental fee

OXFORD CAMPUS CALIFORNIA CAMPUS

CAMPUS

OPENS

2016

TERM YEAR

IB Diploma / A-Level GBP 8,500 GBP 25,500

High School Prep GBP 6,750 GBP 20,250

FEES & DATES

For latest information about tuition, opening dates and application deadlines visit ef.com/academy

TUITION AND FEES: [TERM: SEPT. — JAN. / YEAR: SEPT. — JUNE]* TUITION AND FEES: [TERM: SEPT. — JAN. / YEAR: SEPT. — JUNE]*

TUITION AND FEES: [TERM: SEPT. — JAN. / YEAR: SEPT. — JUNE]*

*In addition to program fees, an application fee of USD 395 (GBP 265) is due upon submission of the completed application package.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT ARE THE MAIN ADVANTAGES OF ATTENDING

EF ACADEMY?

EF Academy is a boarding school that specializes in work-

ing with international students. With students from over 75

countries, we offer a global perspective that is unrivaled.

Our experienced teachers are committed to guiding each

student to his or her greatest individual potential.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TOTAL PRICE OF TUITION AND

MANDATORY FEES?

Meals, tuition, course literature, academic counseling, aca-

demic excursions, and accommodation.

WHAT ARE THE MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN A-LEVEL

AND INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA

PROGRAMS?

Both are rigorous two-year academic programs that are rec-

ognized around the world. In general, the A-Level is ideal for

students who prefer to specialize in just a few specific sub-

jects. The IB is broad-based and is ideal for more well-round-

ed students. (see pp. 44–48 for more details)

IN WHAT WAYS DOES EF ACADEMY HELP STUDENTS

APPLY TO UNIVERSITY?

Advisers work individually with each student to develop a

thorough application strategy. This mentorship begins soon

after each student’s arrival on campus. We organize univer-

sity fairs and visits, and coach students about interviews,

applications, and aptitude tests, including the SAT’s. Most

importantly, we ensure that students progress academically

and achieve the best possible results on examinations. At the

end of the process, we offer advice to students and parents

about which offer to accept. (see pp. 20–23 for more details)

HOW DO I FIND OUT IF I MEET THE MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS TO STUDY AT EF ACADEMY?

Contact one of EF Academy’s admissions offices listed at the

back of this brochure.

WHAT IS THE STUDENT–TEACHER RATIO AT THE

SCHOOLS?

On average, we maintain a student-to-teacher ratio of about

15:1. Some classes are as low as 5:1.

WHAT TYPE OF INSURANCE DO I NEED TO ATTEND

EF ACADEMY?

Students must have complete medical and accident in-

surance. We recommend an insurance coverage offered

through Erika Travel Insurance, which has been tailor-made

for EF Academy students.

I WANT TO STUDY MEDICINE. HOW DO I ENSURE I WILL BE

ACCEPTED TO MEDICAL SCHOOL?

Medical School is highly competitive, and our university

advisers work with prospective medical students to ensure

they’re well positioned for entry into good programs. We or-

ganize informational sessions, perform mock interviews, ar-

range work experience at hospitals, and tutor students to en-

sure they’re prepared for the BMAT, UKCAT, GAMSAT, MCAT

and other aptitude tests. We also help students take advan-

tage of open days at hospitals and medical schools, and pur-

sue relevant work experience during schools holidays.

WHAT HOUSING ACCOMMODATIONS ARE OFFERED?

Students have a choice of staying in residence or with local

host families.

HOW SAFE IS IT TO LIVE ON CAMPUS, AND WHAT

SUPERVISION DOES EF OFFER?

The safety of students is our primary concern. Our campus-

es are private, secure and monitored by staff 24 hours a

day. In addition, campuses are located in quiet residential

areas. In New York, we have 100 acres of private grounds in

the small community of Thornwood. In Oxford, our campus

is located in a neighborhood popular with university profes-

sors. In Torbay, students are surrounded by a quiet seaside

community. Dorm parents live on-site with the students.

EF ACADEMY079

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

GRADE 9 AND 10 / IGCSE

> Ages 14–16

> Completed grade 8 or 9

> IELTS 4.5 or TOEFL IBT 34 / CBT 103 or SLEP 43

IB AND A-LEVEL

> Ages 16–18

> Completed grade 10


PREPARATION PROGRAM

> Ages 14–18

> Open to all grades


For all pathways, student grades should demonstrate

a strong academic level, with a minimum C average.

— For more information, visit www.ef.com/getstarted

HOW TO APPLY

FOR MORE

INFORMATION VISIT:

WWW.EF.COM/GETSTARTED

APPLICATION PROCESS

PREPARE YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE

In addition to your completed application form (op po site

page), you will also need to submit the following documents:

> All available high school transcripts, including

English translation

> Evidence of English proficiency

> Statement of Purpose

> Copy of passport photo and information pages

SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE

Prospective students are welcome to apply in one of three

ways:

Online: Log on to www.ef.com/academyapplication

In person: Visit your nearest EF Academy Admissions Office

By mail: Post your completed application package to our

Admissions Office (see address on the back).

Please note: An application fee of USD 395 (GBP 265) is due

upon submission of the completed application package.

ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION

Please allow two weeks for our admissions officers to re-

view your application package. We may need to contact

you with follow-up questions about the materials you have

submitted. You will receive a personal phone call with our

final decision, as well as official notification by post shortly

thereafter.

CONFIRM YOUR APPLICATION

Enrollment at EF Academy is highly competitive, and space

is limited. It is important to confirm your place once you

have been accepted to a program. We will send official con-

firmation of your enrollment as soon as you have submitted

your first deposit of the program fee along with your visa

and application forms.

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STUDENT PERSONAL DATA

Family Name

First Name(s)

Date of Birth

Address

City Country

Mobile Number

Email

How did you hear about EF Academy?

PARENT / LEGAL GUARDIAN

Name of Parent / Legal Guardian

Address (if other than above)

Postal Code

City Country

Telephone Number

Mobile Number

Email

CURRENT / PREVIOUS EDUCATION

School Name

School Address

Class and Grade Point Average

University / Career Choice (if known)

COURSES

IB DIPLOMA

2015 September / 2016 September

A-LEVEL PROGRAM

2015 January / 2015 September2016 January / 2016 September

INTERNATIONAL GCSE

2015 September 1 year / 2 years 2016 September 1 year / 2 years

GRADES 9–10 IN NORTH AMERICA

Grade 9:


Grade 10:


GRADES 11–12 IN NORTH AMERICA

Grade 11:

2015 September

Grade 12:

2015 September


2015 Winter / 2016 Winter 2015 Spring / 2016 Spring 2015 Summer / 2016 Summer 2015 Fall / 2016 Fall

EF Academy campuses in New York, Torbay and Oxford are IB World Schools, offering the IB Diploma. Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its three academic programs: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), or the Diploma Programme. Candidate status and interested school status give no guarantee that authorization will be granted.

— For further information about the IB and its programs, visit www.ibo.org

SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN DATE

OPTIONAL EF TRAVEL SERVICES

Do you wish to buy Erika’s medical and accident coverage?

Yes No

Do you wish us to arrange an airport greeting and transport to your school or host family?

Yes No

Do you wish to talk to us about arranging your flight?

Yes No

An additional fee will be charged for these services. For fees please refer to page 59 and Terms and Conditions or contact your local EF Admissions Office.

ACCOMMODATION

HOST FAMILY:

single* / twin*

RESIDENCE:

shared* twin*

* Host family twin accommodation is included in the course tuition for Oxford and Torbay campuses. Shared residence hall accommodation in triple rooms is included in the course tuition for New York campus. For tuition pertaining to host family single accommodation and for tuition pertaining to shared residence hall accommodation in Oxford and Torbay, please refer to page 78 or contact your local admissions office.

Do you have special dietary requirements (halal, vegetarian, food allergies, etc.)?

Yes No

If yes, please specify:

Do you have any existing medical conditions/allergies?

Yes No

If yes, please specify:

REFER A FRIEND

Name Email Telephone Number

APPLICATION

New York Oxford Torbay California

Torbay CaliforniaNew York Oxford

APPLICATION AGREEMENT

I apply to enroll the person named as a student of EF Academy. I have read and agree to the conditions outlined on the overleaf. I undertake to pay all tuition, accommodation, and associated fees incurred by the student as they become due in accordance with the Terms and Conditions. I authorize EF Academy to take appropriate action in the event of a medical emergency. The signature below as a parent/legal guardian will also constitute my consent for the student to participate in all EF Academy programs, including any activities offered. I have read the information about EF’s processing of my personal data and consent to such processing.

DOCUMENT CHECKLIST

> All available high school transcripts, including English translation > Evidence of English Proficiency > Statement of Purpose > Copy of passport photo and information pages

EF ACADEMY

TERMS AND CONDITIONSPlease complete the Application for Admission on the previous page and return it to your local EF Academy (EF) office. If the application is accepted, we will send a confirmation of your acceptance to the program, along with an invoice detailing the payments due. Please note that if you are enrolling in a program that begins within 30 days, we reserve the right to charge you for the courier service needed to receive your visa documents.

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Students are required to have a certain level of English for admission to EF Academy. Students can either take a SLEP/IQPT test at an EF office or supply official TOEFL/IELTS scores. Please see specific En-glish level requirements for each program on page 80. Admission to specific programs such as the IB Diploma and the A-Level Program is conditional on English testing upon arrival at the school. Should the test result not fulfill the admission requirements for the EF Academy program, the student will be offered an English language preparation course.

ACADEMIC CRITERIA FOR EXAMINATION ENTRY

Students who do not perform satisfactorily in their course work will not be entered for external public examinations by EF Academy. Stu-dents will be formally assessed at least twice a year. The assessment will take into account:• Course work• Internal examination results• Attendance• Effort in class and homework• Public examination potentialStudents who do not meet the criteria of the program will not be allowed to proceed with their original course but will be offered an alternative course or invited to withdraw without a refund.

SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONAL POLICIES

The School has policies on Health and Safety, Student Conduct, Sanctions, Complaints and Exclusion. These are made known to stu-dents on arrival and are available on request from the Headmaster/Headmistress.

EXPULSION

Students are admitted on condition of the terms and rules published by EF Academy. EF Academy reserves the right to expel any student who seriously breaches school rules. There will be no refund in the event of expulsion.

HEALTH

Students are accepted on the basis that their health is adequate to participate in full time studies abroad. Parents or guardians are re-quired to inform the school of any medical condition that may affect the student’s performance, behavior or safety in the school. Any form of medical condition affecting the student together with infor-mation about any medication or regime required by the student must be made known in English to the school who will share this informa-tion, as appropriate, with the host family parents and school officials.

ACCOMMODATION

Host family accommodation is included in the program fee in Oxford and Torbay. Residence (Multi room) accommodation is included in New York and California program fees. Subject to availability, stu-dents may elect to stay in residence accommodation for an additional supplement in Oxford (full board) and Torbay (half board). Residence accommodation is not included during the Christmas holiday period. Students wishing to stay on campus over the Christmas holidays may do so for an additional fee based on availability. Contact your local EF office or representative for details. Summer accommodation is not available unless enrolled in a summer course. On the application, stu-dents are requested to indicate accommodation preferences. Whilst EF Academy uses all reasonable endeavors to provide the accommo-dation requested, the school is not bound to provide a specific type of accommodation and if necessary an alternative arrangement may be provided. No change to the accommodation arrangements should be entered into without the prior written agreement of the EF Acad-emy Headmaster/ Headmistress. In the case of an agreed change, the students will remain liable for the full accommodation payments invoiced or reserved at the time of application.

HOLIDAYS

No holidays will be authorized outside of the school calendar holiday dates and students not in school will be marked as absent. Should you choose to return to your home country or take a holiday during your course, your accommodation and meals will not be refunded. EF Academy is following the calendar in the country of study. No classes will take place on national public holidays.

AIRPORT TRANSFERS

Please indicate on your Application for Admission form if you would like an EF representative to meet you at the airport nearest to the school. The transfer fee covers the cost of administration, greeting services, and transportation. Please contact your local EF office or representative for details.

MEDICAL INSURANCE COVERAGE

All participants are required to have adequate medical and accident insurance coverage. EF International Academy Ltd. has negotiated and entered into a tailor-made insurance group policy with the in-surance provider Erika Insurance Ltd., under which EF Academy is the policyholder. Students may choose to be beneficiaries under the group policy, and will thereby be given the benefits of protec-tion against expenses incurred by accident or illness and coverage for loss or theft of baggage and personal effects. Full details will be sent to you along with confirmation of acceptance. Students who do not wish to be beneficiaries under this policy are obliged to obtain alternative insurance coverage and provide EF with a copy of the insurance policy in English. Please contact your local EF office or representative for details.

PERSONAL PROPERTY

Students are strongly recommended to arrange appropriate insur-ance coverage for their personal belongings. No responsibility can be accepted by EF Academy for any loss or damage which may occur while the student is living in a host family or in dorm / residence.

METHODS OF PAYMENT / DEADLINES

The application fee and the program fee can be paid with bank trans-fers or international check (contact your local office for instructions). Please note that all transfers must reference the full name of the student, school and booking reference number to ensure quick and proper credit to his/her account. Bank charges and commissions for both the sending and receiving banks should be paid by the sender of funds or they will be applied to the student’s account. To secure a place in EF Academy programs, payment of the first term’s program fee is payable immediately upon admission. The balance is due 60 days before the program start date.

CONTINUING STUDENTS.

To secure a place for the following school year, continuing students — including students enrolled in the Preparation Program — must pay one term’s program fee by March 15. The balance is due 60 days be-fore start of the school year. If any fees become overdue, EF Academy reserves the right to suspend or cancel tuition and to charge 1.5% interest on the balance per month or part thereof.

TUITION AND FEES

EF Academy reserves the right to make adjustments to the program content, program fees and other fees due to international currency fluctuations, increase in transportation costs or any other factors be-yond its control (including but not limited to force majeure events). Fees are subject to change during the period of enrollment.Fees published in this catalogue are valid for the academic year 2015/2016 only. All Fees are reviewed in August each year. Notice of changes will be given in advance.

INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM FEE

All tuition, shared accommodation including breakfast and dinner

during the week and brunch and dinner at weekends, regular tuto-rials and university placement advice, and external examination fees are included in the program fee. Please note that some fees such as the application fee, course materials and re-sit fees are not included in the program fee.

ACADEMIC MATERIAL AND OTHER FEES (PER TERM)

NY OXF TOR USD GBP GBP Application fee 395 265 265 Academic field trips 295 190 190 Materials and books 235 145 145

CANCELLATIONS, WITHDRAWALS, AND REFUND POLICY

All cancellations and terminations must be made in writing to your nearest EF office or local EF representative. In all cases the Applica-tion Fee and any incurred Courier Fee are non-refundable.

CANCELLATION PRIOR TO SCHOOL START

• Students cancelling 60 days or more before the start of the pro-gram or continuing school year will be charged a cancellation fee equivalent to 7% of the program fee. The student will receive a full refund of any remaining course fee except for the application fee.• Students cancelling less than 60 days before the start of the pro-gram or continuing school year will be charged a cancellation fee equivalent to 15% of the program fee. The student will receive a full refund of any remaining course fee except for the non-refundable fees mentioned above.

WITHDRAWALS AFTER ARRIVAL AT THE SCHOOL

A student who wishes to withdraw during the school year must give EF Academy 4 weeks advanced notice before the end of the term. EF will retain all fees for the following term and refund any remaining paid fees whether or not the student continues to attend lessons. Please note that although students may leave the school after their examinations, no fees will be reduced or refunded.

LATE ARRIVALS, ABSENCES, COURSE CHANGES

Late arriving students and/or students that are absent during the course will not be granted a refund. Periods of absence may not be made up with free extension of the courses. Accommodation chang-es after arrival at the school require approval of the Headmaster/Headmistress.

RE-BOOKING FEE

Each time you request a change after your initial application, you will be charged a re-booking fee equivalent to USD 150 / GBP 100 payable immediately. This does not apply to students who are ex-tending their course.

BREAKAGES, LOSS OR DAMAGES

Students are responsible for any damage caused by them to school property and household property of their host family.

PUBLICITY

Students and their parents or guardians agree that a student’s name, photographs or achievement details may be used for promotional purposes without written consent or compensation.

PERSONAL DATA

Your personal data will be processed by EF Academy both within and outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland, primarily for the purpose of com-pleting your booking, providing you with the products and services that you have ordered (including travel insurance coverage), and for customer service. We may also inform you of new offers, products and services which may be of interest to you. We may share your personal data with our corporate affiliates, claims handlers and business partners both within and outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland. EF Academy processes your personal data in compliance with appli-cable privacy and data protection legislation. If you have questions about EF Academy’s processing of your personal data, or would like to have a copy of the information EF Academy holds about you, or have inaccurate personal data rectified or erased, please contact EF International Academy Ltd., Admissions Office, Haldenstrasse 4, CH-6006 Lucerne, Switzerland.

LIABILITY FOR THE STUDENT

Any liability for the student shall also infer liability on the parents or guardians of the students, and such liability is joint and several.

CHANGES IN THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

EF Academy reserves the right to make any addition, amendment or alteration to these Terms and Conditions in furtherance of our com-mitment to continuous improvement.

LIABILITY

EF Academy will not be liable in any way to the student in the event of any service contracted to be supplied by EF Academy becoming impossible to supply, in part or in full, by reason of any cause outside

the control of EF Academy (including but not limited to force majeure events). EF Academy will not be liable for loss, damage, or injury to persons or property howsoever caused, except where the liability is expressly imposed beyond exclusion by statute.Student and his/her parent(s) or guardian hereby agree to release and indemnify and hold harmless EF Academy and its affiliates, which shall include related entities, officers, directors, shareholders, agents and/or employees of any EF entity or others to the extent acting or purporting on aforementioned persons’/entities’ behalf (all of said persons/entities hereinafter being referred to as “Released Parties”), and agree not to sue the Released Parties for any claims that stu-dent, parent(s) or guardian may have arising from, or in connection with, any personal injury, bodily injury, mental anguish, emotional distress, physical, property, or other damage they may suffer from any cause whatever related in any way to student’s participation in any program or event related to the EF Academy program, includ-ing negligence other than from intentional or reckless acts by such parties. Student and his/her parent(s) or guardian hereby further agree to release, indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any and all acts of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorist activities, incidents of politically motivated violence, illness or quarantine, strikes or government restrictions or the acts or omis-sions of any other persons over which the Released Parties have no control, including without limitation, airlines, railways, bus compa-nies, taxis, friends, and other students.

ACCREDITATION

EF Academy in the U.S. and U.K. are IB World Schools, offering the IB Diploma. All EF Academy programs are organized by EF In-ternational Academy Ltd., Haldenstrasse 4, CH-6006 Lucerne, Switzerland. Please return a signed copy of this Application for Admission form to your local EF office. You will find the address on www.ef.com/academy. These Terms and Conditions apply to all ad-missions now made for courses commencing in 2015.

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THE NEXT STEPS

IT IS NEVER TOO EARLY TO BEGIN THINKING ABOUT HOW TO INTERNATIONALIZE YOUR HIGH

SCHOOL EXPERIENCE WITH EF ACADEMY. HERE’S HOW YOU CAN LEARN MORE:

EF Academy schools are accredited by the University of Cambridge International Examinations Centre.

EF Academy campuses in New York, Oxford and Torbay are IB World Schools, offering the IB Diploma Programme.

Only schools authorized by the IB organization can offer any of its three academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), or the Diploma Programme. Candidate status and interested school status give no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org

2. SIGN UP FOR AN INFORMATION SESSION

Your nearest EF Academy Admissions Office regularly holds

presentations about our programs. We always leave plenty

of time to answer any questions you might have. You can

even reserve your place online!

www.ef.com/academyevents

4. LEARN MORE ONLINE!

Log on to our website anytime to learn more about our pro-

grams and campus locations. You can also meet many more

former students and their parents, and hear their success

stories.www.ef.com/academy

3. TAKE A CAMPUS TOUR

If you plan to visit the UK or USA, and would like to tour one

of our campuses, please contact your nearest EF Academy

Admissions Office. We will liaise with local campus staff to

welcome you and show you around.

1. BOOK CONSULTATION

Learn about our different academic programs and study

locations by scheduling a one-on-one consultation with one

of our experienced academic advisors. Visit our nearest ad-

missions office, or arrange an online conversation.www.ef.com/academyconsultation

ADDRESSES AND CONTACTS

EF ACADEMYINTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOLS

HEADQUARTERS

EF Education First Haldenstrasse 4 6006 Lucerne SwitzerlandT +41 41 417 [email protected]

LATIN AMERICA

EF Education FirstJaime Baimes 8Local 10 Col, PolancoMexico, D. F.T +52 55 5282 [email protected]

MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA

EF Education First Knowledge Village P.O. Box 502988 Dubai, UAE T +971 [email protected]

ASIA

EF Education FirstTamara Center Lt. 4 R. 403 Jl. Jend. Sudriman Kav. 24 Jakarta 12920, Indonesia T +62 21 [email protected]

UNITED STATES

EF Education First 582 Columbus AvenueThornwoodNew York 10594T +1 914 597 [email protected]

ACCREDITATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

The EF school in Oxford is accredited by: The EF schools in Torbay and Oxford are members of:

The EF school in Torbay is accredited by the British Accreditation Council for Independent Further and Higher Education:

The EF school in New York is accredited by:The EF school in New York is a member of:

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